Acanthoscelides pallidipennis
This record describes Acanthoscelides pallidipennis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Several color forms: bright golden yellow, dense yellow, or all white.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bruchinae
- Tribe
- Bruchini
- Genus
- Acanthoscelides
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. US (CA-TX-IA-WA) - Map , mostly s.CA-w.TX, CO
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Amorpha californica, A. canescens, A. fruticosa fruticosa; Astragalus sp.; Dalea sp.; Desmanthus virgatus acuminatus, D. virgatus virgatus; Errazu-rizia rotundata; Glycyrrhiza sp.; Lotus sp.; Parryella filifolia.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Acanthoscelides pallidipennis. 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 Acanthoscelides pallidipennis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Acanthoscelides pallidipennis
What is Acanthoscelides pallidipennis?
Acanthoscelides pallidipennis is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Acanthoscelides pallidipennis?
length 1.1–2.7 mm
How do you identify Acanthoscelides pallidipennis?
Several color forms: bright golden yellow, dense yellow, or all white.
Where is Acanthoscelides pallidipennis found?
Range: w. US (CA-TX-IA-WA) - Map , mostly s.CA-w.TX, CO
What does Acanthoscelides pallidipennis eat?
The diet of the Acanthoscelides pallidipennis includes Amorpha californica, A. canescens, A. fruticosa fruticosa; Astragalus sp.; Dalea sp.; Desmanthus virgatus acuminatus, D. virgatus virgatus; Errazu-rizia rotundata; Glycyrrhiza sp.; Lotus sp.; Parryella filifolia..