Tachyura anceps
This record describes Tachyura anceps (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Among other subtle differences, head is usually brownish vs blackish in most T. incurva
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Trechinae
- Tribe
- Tachyini
- Genus
- Tachyura
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
NS‒AB‒so.NT south to MD‒LA‒AZ - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tachyura anceps (LeConte 1848)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tachyura anceps. 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 Tachyura anceps (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Peter Messer , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tachyura anceps
What is Tachyura anceps?
Tachyura anceps is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tachyura anceps?
2.2‒2.7 mm
How do you identify Tachyura anceps?
Among other subtle differences, head is usually brownish vs blackish in most T. incurva
Where is Tachyura anceps found?
Range: NS‒AB‒so.NT south to MD‒LA‒AZ - Map