Agrilus lacustris
This record describes Agrilus lacustris (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. G. H. Nelson, 1997 Type Locality: Lake Superior at LaPointe, WIS
Identification notes
Det. G. H. Nelson, 1997
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
s.CA-AL-Ont-CO / Mex. - Map , mostly TX to CO to s.CA
Seasonal Activity
April-Sept (per spmns in the UTIC) ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Adults mostly on Croton , including Croton pottsii and occasionally on Solanum
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agrilus lacustris LeConte 1860
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus lacustris. 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 lacustris (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by jahansen
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus lacustris
What is Agrilus lacustris?
Agrilus lacustris is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Agrilus lacustris?
6 mm
How do you identify Agrilus lacustris?
Det. G. H. Nelson, 1997
Where is Agrilus lacustris found?
Range: s.CA-AL-Ont-CO / Mex. - Map , mostly TX to CO to s.CA
When is Agrilus lacustris active?
Agrilus lacustris: seasonal activity - April-Sept (per spmns in the UTIC) ( 4 ).
What is the life cycle of a Agrilus lacustris?
Adults mostly on Croton , including Croton pottsii and occasionally on Solanum