Tetragonoderus laevigatus
This record describes Tetragonoderus laevigatus (species). Recorded family: Carabidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. Michael C. Thomas, 2008 earliest NA record: FL 2007
Identification notes
Det. Michael C. Thomas, 2008
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Carabidae (Ground Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Harpalinae
- Tribe
- Cyclosomini
- Genus
- Tetragonoderus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
coastal states ( 3 )
Geographic Range
adventive to se.US (SC-s.FL-*s.LA) - Map (*BG data) , native to S.America
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tetragonoderus laevigatus Chaudoir 1876
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tetragonoderus laevigatus. 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 Tetragonoderus laevigatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tetragonoderus laevigatus
What is Tetragonoderus laevigatus?
Tetragonoderus laevigatus is a species in the family Carabidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Tetragonoderus laevigatus?
Det. Michael C. Thomas, 2008
Where is Tetragonoderus laevigatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | coastal states ( 3 ) |
| Range | adventive to se.US (SC-s.FL-*s.LA) - Map (*BG data) , native to S.America |