Agrilus mimosae
This record describes Agrilus mimosae (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
species has very odd male genitalia unlike any other North American species. Type Locality: Devil's River, [Val Verde Co.], Texas
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, sw. TX / Mex. - Map , uncommon
Diet and Behavior
Life History
adults on Senegalia (=Acacia), Mimosa, Calliandra (Fabaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agrilus mimosae Fisher 1928
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus mimosae. 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 mimosae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus mimosae
What is Agrilus mimosae?
Agrilus mimosae is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Agrilus mimosae?
species has very odd male genitalia unlike any other North American species.
Where is Agrilus mimosae found?
Range: AZ, sw. TX / Mex. - Map , uncommon
What is the life cycle of a Agrilus mimosae?
adults on Senegalia (=Acacia), Mimosa, Calliandra (Fabaceae)