Acmaeodera tubulus
This record describes Acmaeodera tubulus (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
A. tubulus vs A. neglecta (mostly south-central US north to MO; the lower left individual only): note the coarser and larger elytral punctures on A. neglecta and the C-shaped markings formed by coalescing humeral and premedial spots. Both are among the earliest buprestids to appear in the spring; in MO, A. neglecta is most often associated with glade habitats, while A. tubulus is a generalist
Wikipedia reference for Acmaeodera tubulus: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acmaeodera_tubulus.
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
e NA (ON‒NH‒FL to ID‒CO‒TX) ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 8 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in Betula, Carya, Celtis, Crataegus, Juglans, Quercus, Salix, Ulmus ; adults observed on Juniperus virginiana, Q. velutina, Sapindus drummondi, Taxodium distichum and flowers of many plants
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Acmaeodera tubulus (Fabricius 1801)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Acmaeodera tubulus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acmaeodera tubulus
What is Acmaeodera tubulus?
Acmaeodera tubulus is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Acmaeodera tubulus?
4‒7 mm
How do you identify Acmaeodera tubulus?
A. tubulus vs A. neglecta (mostly south-central US north to MO; the lower left individual only): note the coarser and larger elytral punctures on A. neglecta and the C-shaped markings formed by coalescing humeral and premedial spots. Both are among the earliest buprestids to appear in the spring; in MO, A. neglecta is most often associated with glade habitats, while A. tubulus is a generalist
Where is Acmaeodera tubulus found?
Range: e NA (ON‒NH‒FL to ID‒CO‒TX) ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) ( 8 )
What does Acmaeodera tubulus eat?
The diet of the Acmaeodera tubulus includes Larvae in Betula, Carya, Celtis, Crataegus, Juglans, Quercus, Salix, Ulmus ; adults observed on Juniperus virginiana, Q. velutina, Sapindus drummondi, Taxodium distichum and flowers of many plants.