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Shiny riverbank ground beetle

Shiny riverbank ground beetle

Bembidion lampros

A species of Bembidion

Bembidion lampros is a species of ground beetle native to Europe.

General Info About Shiny riverbank ground beetle
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Attributes of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
Adult Food Sources
Various arthropods, insect larvae, aphids, small caterpillars, dipteran flies
Larva Food Source
Small insects, insect larvae, springtails, aphids, mites
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
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Species Status of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
Not endangered
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Distribution Area of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
Europe, Siberia, America
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Life Cycle of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
Egg The egg of shiny riverbank ground beetle is small and lays in clusters. It's often oval-shaped and may vary in color, but usually mimics the environment for camouflage.
Larva After hatching, the larva of shiny riverbank ground beetle resembles a worm-like grub, lacking wings and with a soft exoskeleton. It's voracious, growing considerably as it molts several times.
Pupal The pupal stage is a period of transformation where shiny riverbank ground beetle is encased in a cocoon-like structure, undergoing significant changes in structure and form, becoming less larva-like.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult shiny riverbank ground beetle’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Interesting Facts About Shiny riverbank ground beetle
Despite its tiny size, shiny riverbank ground beetle can outrun many human sprinters, scaled for size, with its impressive speed adapted for hunting tinier insects.
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Scientific Classification of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
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Adult Habitat of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Freshwater Habitats
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Habitat Preferences of Shiny riverbank ground beetle Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of shiny riverbank ground beetle are commonly laid in moist soil near bodies of water, where larvae emerge to feed on small invertebrates. Larvae typically reside in damp, protected locations, such as under rocks or leaf litter near their hatching site. Pupation occurs in the soil, necessitating a search in the pupae's habitat, often near water. Adult shiny riverbank ground beetle favor habitats such as riverbanks, lakeshores, or moist meadows, where they predominate on the ground surface or vegetation. To locate adults, one should inspect the ground, stones, and plant bases along these wetland environments during nighttime or early morning, as they are active and easier to observe.
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Beneficial Effects of Shiny riverbank ground beetle
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Aphids, Caterpillars, Mites
Shiny riverbank ground beetle, as both an adult and larva, actively hunts and consumes pests. It voraciously preys on aphids, caterpillars, and mites, primarily to sustain itself. With keen senses and swift movements, it locates and subdues its prey, which is an integral part of its diet.
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