Anomala ellipsis
Anomalacra ellipsis
This record describes Anomalacra ellipsis (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
elytra immaculate, with fine binotate spots or rarely with a little fine streaking Can be relatively common in spring, feeding on flower buds of Quercus turbinella and other oaks. --W.B. Warner
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
Geographic Range
AZ-w.NM - Map
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anomalacra ellipsis. 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 Anomala ellipsis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Eric R. Eaton; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , margarethe brummermann , v belov , metrioptera
Frequently Asked Questions About Anomala ellipsis
What is Anomala ellipsis?
Anomala ellipsis (Anomalacra ellipsis) is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anomala ellipsis?
9-12 mm
How do you identify Anomala ellipsis?
elytra immaculate, with fine binotate spots or rarely with a little fine streaking
Where is Anomala ellipsis found?
Range: AZ-w.NM - Map