Brachiacantha subfasciata
This record describes Brachiacantha subfasciata (species). Recorded family: Coccinellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Gordon's figures , typical form has bands wider, redder, and more distant from suture than its congeners Det. M. A. Quinn, 2011 Type locality: Mexique
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Coccinellidae (Lady Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scymninae
- Tribe
- Scymnini
- Genus
- Brachiacantha (Spurleg Lady Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se AZ, c. to s. TX / Mex. - Map (stars)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Brachiacantha subfasciata. 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 Brachiacantha subfasciata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Dennis Haines; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Brachiacantha subfasciata
What is Brachiacantha subfasciata?
Brachiacantha subfasciata is a species in the family Coccinellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Brachiacantha subfasciata?
Length 3.5 to 4.0 mm
How do you identify Brachiacantha subfasciata?
Gordon's figures , typical form has bands wider, redder, and more distant from suture than its congeners Det. M. A. Quinn, 2011
Where is Brachiacantha subfasciata found?
Range: se AZ, c. to s. TX / Mex. - Map (stars)