Uloma impressa
This record describes Uloma impressa (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
apical antennomere rounded at tip; elytral intervals rather densely punctulate, middle plate of mentum elongate-oval (not transverse, as in U. punctulata or U. imberbis )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Tenebrioninae
- Tribe
- Ulomini
- Genus
- Uloma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
under bark of oak ( Quercus ) and Beech ( Fagus )
Geographic Range
ON & e US (NH-GA to WI-*TX) *Brazos Co. =v=
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Uloma impressa Melsheimer 1846
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Uloma impressa. 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 Uloma impressa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cotinis , Bbarnd , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Uloma impressa
What is Uloma impressa?
Uloma impressa is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Uloma impressa?
11-12 mm
How do you identify Uloma impressa?
apical antennomere rounded at tip; elytral intervals rather densely punctulate, middle plate of mentum elongate-oval (not transverse, as in U. punctulata or U. imberbis )
Where is Uloma impressa found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | under bark of oak ( Quercus ) and Beech ( Fagus ) |
| Range | ON & e US (NH-GA to WI-*TX) *Brazos Co. =v= |