Agrilus huachucae
This record describes Agrilus huachucae (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species is commonly confused with Agrilus heterothecae . The two can be separated as follows: Agrilus heterothecae has antennomere 3 triangular, almost serrate and ranges in size from 5.6-7 mm. Agrilus huachucae has antennomere 3 rounded and ranges in size from 7-9 mm. There are other more subtle characters but these are the easiest to see. Type Locality: Ramsey Canyon, Huachuca Mtns, AZ
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Agrilinae
- Tribe
- Agrilini
- Genus
- Agrilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ-NM / Mex.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus huachucae. 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 Agrilus huachucae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joshua P. Basham; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , jahansen , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus huachucae
What is Agrilus huachucae?
Agrilus huachucae is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Agrilus huachucae?
7-9 mm (Schaeffer 1905)
How do you identify Agrilus huachucae?
This species is commonly confused with Agrilus heterothecae . The two can be separated as follows: Agrilus heterothecae has antennomere 3 triangular, almost serrate and ranges in size from 5.6-7 mm. Agrilus huachucae has antennomere 3 rounded and ranges in size from 7-9 mm. There are other more subtle characters but these are the easiest to see.
Where is Agrilus huachucae found?
Range: AZ-NM / Mex.