Tachyura parvula
This record describes Tachyura parvula (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Distinguished from other congeners in our area by the complete 8th elytral stria. The five well impressed punctate striae on each dorsal elytron also helps. earliest record in our area: WA 1940
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
Habitat
see LaBonte & Nelson (1998)
Geographic Range
native to Europe, adventive in NA (PNW: sw.BC‒OR‒ID)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tachyura parvula. 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 parvula (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Peter W. Messer; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tachyura parvula
What is Tachyura parvula?
Tachyura parvula is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tachyura parvula?
1.7‒2.4 mm
How do you identify Tachyura parvula?
Distinguished from other congeners in our area by the complete 8th elytral stria. The five well impressed punctate striae on each dorsal elytron also helps.
Where is Tachyura parvula found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | see LaBonte & Nelson (1998) |
| Range | native to Europe, adventive in NA (PNW: sw.BC‒OR‒ID) |