Brachycoryna hardyi
This record describes Brachycoryna hardyi (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Brachycoryna hardyi is a species of leaf beetle in the family Chrysomelidae. It is found in Central America and North America.
Wikipedia reference for Brachycoryna hardyi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brachycoryna hardyi.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cassidinae
- Tribe
- Chalepini
- Genus
- Brachycoryna
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. NA (BC-CA-Baja to AB-UT-AZ) - Map , most records from Calif.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: Ceanothus (Rhamnaceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Brachycoryna hardyi. 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 Brachycoryna hardyi (3)
Photo credits: no rights reserved, uploaded by Mike Palmer | (c) James Bailey, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by James Bailey | Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Brachycoryna hardyi
What is Brachycoryna hardyi?
Brachycoryna hardyi is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Brachycoryna hardyi?
2.5-3.7 mm
Where is Brachycoryna hardyi found?
Range: w. NA (BC-CA-Baja to AB-UT-AZ) - Map , most records from Calif.
What does Brachycoryna hardyi eat?
The diet of the Brachycoryna hardyi includes hosts: Ceanothus (Rhamnaceae).