Armalia angularis
This record describes Armalia angularis (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
head as in texanus but rather less coarsely or closely punctate; prothorax formed nearly as in texanus but rather less transverse and with the punctures medially rather finer, becoming much coarser and close-set laterally but not as dense as in texanus (Casey 1907) Type Locality: Brownsville, Texas
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Pimeliinae
- Tribe
- Edrotini
- Genus
- Armalia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ‒TX (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Armalia angularis Casey 1907
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Armalia angularis. 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 Armalia angularis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Armalia angularis
What is Armalia angularis?
Armalia angularis is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Armalia angularis?
6.6‒7.7 mm (Casey 1907)
How do you identify Armalia angularis?
head as in texanus but rather less coarsely or closely punctate; prothorax formed nearly as in texanus but rather less transverse and with the punctures medially rather finer, becoming much coarser and close-set laterally but not as dense as in texanus (Casey 1907)
Where is Armalia angularis found?
Range: AZ‒TX (BG data)