Agrilus langei
This record describes Agrilus langei (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Recent new U.S. record, not listed in Nelson et al. (2008) ( 3 )
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
most GBIF records from coastal, low elev. locations
Geographic Range
southmost TX (Cameron & Hidalgo counties) / Mexico (as far south as Puebla) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Anglestem Indian Mallow ( Abutilon trisulcatum , Malvaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agrilus langei Obenberger 1935
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus langei. 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 langei (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Richard L. Westcott; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , jahansen , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus langei
What is Agrilus langei?
Agrilus langei is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Agrilus langei found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | most GBIF records from coastal, low elev. locations |
| Range | southmost TX (Cameron & Hidalgo counties) / Mexico (as far south as Puebla) - Map |
What does Agrilus langei eat?
The diet of the Agrilus langei includes Anglestem Indian Mallow ( Abutilon trisulcatum , Malvaceae).