Agrilus limpiae
This record describes Agrilus limpiae (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
can be separated from the common A. obsoletoguttatus by more prominent pubescent markings and lateral lobes of the aedeagus
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
sc.US (e.NM-TX-KS) - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Jun (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larval host: Western Soapberry ( Sapindus saponaria , Sapindaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agrilus limpiae Knull 1941
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus limpiae. 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 limpiae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joshua P. Basham; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , jahansen , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus limpiae
What is Agrilus limpiae?
Agrilus limpiae is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Agrilus limpiae?
can be separated from the common A. obsoletoguttatus by more prominent pubescent markings and lateral lobes of the aedeagus
Where is Agrilus limpiae found?
Range: sc.US (e.NM-TX-KS) - Map
What does Agrilus limpiae eat?
The diet of the Agrilus limpiae includes Larval host: Western Soapberry ( Sapindus saponaria , Sapindaceae).
When is Agrilus limpiae active?
Agrilus limpiae: seasonal activity - Apr-Jun (BG data).