Argoporis alutacea
This record describes Argoporis alutacea (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
male metafemoral armature distinctive
Identification notes
male metafemoral armature distinctive
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Tenebrioninae
- Tribe
- Cerenopini
- Genus
- Argoporis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ; nw.Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Argoporis alutacea Casey 1890
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Argoporis alutacea. 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 Argoporis alutacea (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by margarethe brummermann; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Argoporis alutacea
What is Argoporis alutacea?
Argoporis alutacea is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Argoporis alutacea?
male metafemoral armature distinctive
Where is Argoporis alutacea found?
Range: AZ; nw.Mexico