Anomalacra lucicola
This record describes Anomalacra lucicola (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Dull yellow to completely black, pronotum with or without black spot or pair of spots. Labrum moderately emarginate, extended only slightly beyond nearly vertical anterior face of clypeus; elytra commonly with intervals 7 and 9 only moderately convex and with distinct interval 8 between, often extended more than half length of other intervals , mesosternum convex (bottom)
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
mostly ne.US s. to AR-NC - Map , uncommon
Seasonal Activity
mostly Jun-Aug ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: On wild grape. Larva on larch seedlings.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anomalacra lucicola. 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 lucicola (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov , Tyler Hedlund
Frequently Asked Questions About Anomalacra lucicola
What is Anomalacra lucicola?
Anomalacra lucicola is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anomalacra lucicola?
8‒10 mm
How do you identify Anomalacra lucicola?
Dull yellow to completely black, pronotum with or without black spot or pair of spots. Labrum moderately emarginate, extended only slightly beyond nearly vertical anterior face of clypeus; elytra commonly with intervals 7 and 9 only moderately convex and with distinct interval 8 between, often extended more than half length of other intervals , mesosternum convex (bottom)
Where is Anomalacra lucicola found?
Range: mostly ne.US s. to AR-NC - Map , uncommon
What does Anomalacra lucicola eat?
The diet of the Anomalacra lucicola includes On wild grape. Larva on larch seedlings..
When is Anomalacra lucicola active?
Anomalacra lucicola: seasonal activity - mostly Jun-Aug ( 4 ).