Lebia ornata

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Adephaga
Family: Carabidae
Subfamily: Harpalinae
Supertribe: Harpalitae
Tribe: Lebiini
Subtribe: Lebiina
Genus: Lebia
Species: ornata

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lebia ornata: //ˈlɛb.i.ə ɔrˈnaː.ta//

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Images

Lebia ornata (Carabidae) - (imago), Jefferson (NY), United States by

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Summary

Lebia ornata is a species of ground beetle in the Carabidae family, described by Thomas Say in 1823. It exhibits variability in its morphological traits and is notably found in various locations across eastern North America, commonly associated with flowers like goldenrod.

Physical Characteristics

4-5.5 mm in length; elytral markings variable, with a dark morph featuring minimal pale coloration on the elytra; pronotum can range from completely pale to almost completely dark.

Identification Tips

Observe the elytral markings and the coloration of the pronotum, which can vary significantly among individuals.

Habitat

Frequent flowers, such as goldenrod, indicating a presence in floral environments as well as ground cover.

Distribution

Found across eastern North America, from Texas to South Dakota, east to Nova Scotia, and south to Florida.

Diet

Primarily insectivorous, preying on other small invertebrates.

Ecosystem Role

As a ground beetle, Lebia ornata likely plays a role in controlling pest populations through predation on other insects.