Ataxia hubbardi
This record describes Ataxia hubbardi (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Pteropliini
- Genus
- Ataxia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
mostly sc US to AZ / ne. Mex. - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae are stem borers of living herbaceous plants, mostly composites, including Helianthus ( 6 )
Life History
life history on sunflowers in TX: Rogers (1977)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ataxia hubbardi Fisher 1924
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ataxia hubbardi. 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 Ataxia hubbardi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Maury Heiman
Frequently Asked Questions About Ataxia hubbardi
How big is Ataxia hubbardi?
10-16 mm
Where is Ataxia hubbardi found?
Range: mostly sc US to AZ / ne. Mex. - Map
What does Ataxia hubbardi eat?
The diet of the Ataxia hubbardi includes Larvae are stem borers of living herbaceous plants, mostly composites, including Helianthus ( 6 ).
What is the life cycle of a Ataxia hubbardi?
life history on sunflowers in TX: Rogers (1977)