Stenolophus lineola
This record describes Stenolophus lineola (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. Connor E.J. Graham, 2023 Commonly collected at light and in pitfall traps ( 3 )
Identification notes
Det. Connor E.J. Graham, 2023
Wikipedia reference for Stenolophus lineola: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stenolophus lineola.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Harpalini
- Genus
- Stenolophus (Seedcorn Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
various habitats ( 3 )
Geographic Range
e. NA to Calif. (PE-AB-OR to FL-TX-CA); Mexico, Bermuda - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly: Apr-Aug (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Insects and corn seeds, sometimes a pest in cornfields. ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Stenolophus lineola (Fabricius 1775)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Stenolophus lineola. 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 Stenolophus lineola (3)
Photo credits: (c) Owen Strickland, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Owen Strickland | (c) Russell Pfau, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Russell Pfau | (c) Katja Schulz, some rights reserved (CC BY) | Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , Marci Hess
Frequently Asked Questions About Stenolophus lineola
What is Stenolophus lineola?
Stenolophus lineola is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Stenolophus lineola?
Det. Connor E.J. Graham, 2023
Where is Stenolophus lineola found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | various habitats ( 3 ) |
| Range | e. NA to Calif. (PE-AB-OR to FL-TX-CA); Mexico, Bermuda - Map |
What does Stenolophus lineola eat?
The diet of the Stenolophus lineola includes Insects and corn seeds, sometimes a pest in cornfields. ( 3 ).
When is Stenolophus lineola active?
Stenolophus lineola: seasonal activity - mostly: Apr-Aug (BG data).