Acmaeodera ornatoides
This record describes Acmaeodera ornatoides (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
short straight pale lateral humeral mark (J. Hanson, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2019) Det. R. L. Westcott, 2012 Type Locality: Goliad Co., Texas
Wikipedia reference for Acmaeodera ornatoides: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acmaeodera_ornatoides.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Polycestinae
- Tribe
- Acmaeoderini
- Genus
- Acmaeodera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
May prefer areas with sandy soil
Geographic Range
common across c. & n. TX - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Jun in TX (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae bore in wood of Escarpment Live Oak ( Quercus fusiformis ) and probably other oak species. Also Persimmon ( Diospyros texana ) Adults are nectarivorous, recorded on blooms of Prickly Pear ( Opuntia sp.), Poppy-Mallow ( Callirhoe sp.), Thistles and more.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acmaeodera ornatoides Barr 1972
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Acmaeodera ornatoides. 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 Acmaeodera ornatoides (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joshua Stuart Rose; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Acmaeodera ornatoides
What is Acmaeodera ornatoides?
Acmaeodera ornatoides is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Acmaeodera ornatoides?
short straight pale lateral humeral mark (J. Hanson, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2019) Det. R. L. Westcott, 2012
Where is Acmaeodera ornatoides found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | May prefer areas with sandy soil |
| Range | common across c. & n. TX - Map |
What does Acmaeodera ornatoides eat?
The diet of the Acmaeodera ornatoides includes Larvae bore in wood of Escarpment Live Oak ( Quercus fusiformis ) and probably other oak species. Also Persimmon ( Diospyros texana ) Adults are nectarivorous, recorded on blooms of Prickly Pear ( Opuntia sp.), Poppy-Mallow ( Callirhoe sp.), Thistles and more..
When is Acmaeodera ornatoides active?
Acmaeodera ornatoides: seasonal activity - Apr-Jun in TX (BG data).