Bassareus mammifer
This record describes Bassareus mammifer (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Dets. E. G. Riley
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptocephalinae
- Tribe
- Cryptocephalini
- Genus
- Bassareus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e NA to AB (TX-FL-QC-AB) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) , most records e. of the Miss. R.
Seasonal Activity
Most records: Jun-Jul (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Reported from 11 plant families ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Bassar (G). a fox mammi (L). teat
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Bassareus mammifer. 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 Bassareus mammifer (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , ceiseman
Frequently Asked Questions About Bassareus mammifer
How big is Bassareus mammifer?
~6 mm (BG data)
How do you identify Bassareus mammifer?
Dets. E. G. Riley
Where is Bassareus mammifer found?
Range: e NA to AB (TX-FL-QC-AB) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) , most records e. of the Miss. R.
What does Bassareus mammifer eat?
The diet of the Bassareus mammifer includes Reported from 11 plant families ( 5 ).
When is Bassareus mammifer active?
Bassareus mammifer: seasonal activity - Most records: Jun-Jul (BG data).