Agrilus imbellis
This record describes Agrilus imbellis (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
- Agrilinae
- Tribe
- Agrilini
- Genus
- Agrilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Adults on Bigelowia, Helianthemum, Rudbeckia (Asteraceae)
Geographic Range
e.NA (ON‒FL to MN‒TX)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae recorded from Bigelowia nudata , Helianthemum canadense , H. rosmarinifolium , Rudbeckia ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agrilus imbellis Crotch 1873
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus imbellis. 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 imbellis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus imbellis
How big is Agrilus imbellis?
3.8‒5.5 mm
Where is Agrilus imbellis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults on Bigelowia, Helianthemum, Rudbeckia (Asteraceae) |
| Range | e.NA (ON‒FL to MN‒TX) |
What does Agrilus imbellis eat?
The diet of the Agrilus imbellis includes Larvae recorded from Bigelowia nudata , Helianthemum canadense , H. rosmarinifolium , Rudbeckia ( 3 ).