Acmaeodera rubronotata
This record describes Acmaeodera rubronotata (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
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
Geographic Range
w. US (AZ to s. TX, CO to s. NV) & Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
July-Oct (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in oak Quercus , adults on a wide variety of flowers
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acmaeodera rubronotata Laporte & Gory 1835 rubronotata = 'red-marked'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Acmaeodera rubronotata. 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 rubronotata (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Acmaeodera rubronotata
Where is Acmaeodera rubronotata found?
Range: w. US (AZ to s. TX, CO to s. NV) & Mex. - Map
What does Acmaeodera rubronotata eat?
The diet of the Acmaeodera rubronotata includes Larvae in oak Quercus , adults on a wide variety of flowers.
When is Acmaeodera rubronotata active?
Acmaeodera rubronotata: seasonal activity - July-Oct (BG data).