Scaphinotus cavicollis
This record describes Scaphinotus cavicollis (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Holotype
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Carabinae
- Tribe
- Cychrini
- Genus
- Scaphinotus (Snail Carabids)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
coniferous forests @ 160‒350 m alt. on shaded moderately moist ground on tree-covered stony knolls. ‒eol
Geographic Range
c.US (MO‒OK‒AR) , plus LA
Seasonal Activity
Adults Mar‒Jun, Aug‒Dec. ‒eol
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Scaphinotus cavicollis (LeConte)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Scaphinotus cavicollis. 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.
Photos of Scaphinotus cavicollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Scaphinotus cavicollis
How do you identify Scaphinotus cavicollis?
Holotype
Where is Scaphinotus cavicollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | coniferous forests @ 160‒350 m alt. on shaded moderately moist ground on tree-covered stony knolls. ‒eol |
| Range | c.US (MO‒OK‒AR) , plus LA |
When is Scaphinotus cavicollis active?
Scaphinotus cavicollis: seasonal activity - Adults Mar‒Jun, Aug‒Dec. ‒eol.