Anomalacra cavifrons
This record describes Anomalacra cavifrons (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. E. G. Riley, 2009 Type Locality: Two males and a female collected on the Smoky Hill river, KS.
Identification notes
Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Rutelinae
- Tribe
- Anomalini
- Genus
- Anomalacra
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mostly up the High Plains
Geographic Range
sc.US (NE‒CO to TX‒AZ) to n.Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-July (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
unk.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anomalacra cavifrons. 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 Anomalacra cavifrons (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by nebbeetle , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Anomalacra cavifrons
What is Anomalacra cavifrons?
Anomalacra cavifrons is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anomalacra cavifrons?
8‒13 mm
How do you identify Anomalacra cavifrons?
Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Where is Anomalacra cavifrons found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mostly up the High Plains |
| Range | sc.US (NE‒CO to TX‒AZ) to n.Mex. - Map |
When is Anomalacra cavifrons active?
Anomalacra cavifrons: seasonal activity - Apr-July (BG data).
What is the life cycle of a Anomalacra cavifrons?
unk.