Rhadine babcocki
This record describes Rhadine babcocki (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Eyed member of the subterranea group. (Barr 1974) [Actually I don't see Rhadine babocki listed with the subterranea group in Barr's 1974 article so this species could belong to another species group. Also, the posted image does not clearly show eyes. -- P. Messer 8/23/2010]
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Platynini
- Genus
- Rhadine
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Known only from caves in the western Edwards Plateau of Texas: Data per Texas Speleological Survey (TSS)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Rhadine babcocki (Barr, 1960)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Rhadine babcocki. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhadine babcocki
What is Rhadine babcocki?
Rhadine babcocki is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Rhadine babcocki?
Eyed member of the subterranea group. (Barr 1974) [Actually I don't see Rhadine babocki listed with the subterranea group in Barr's 1974 article so this species could belong to another species group. Also, the posted image does not clearly show eyes. -- P. Messer 8/23/2010]
Where is Rhadine babcocki found?
Range: Known only from caves in the western Edwards Plateau of Texas: Data per Texas Speleological Survey (TSS)