Brachypnoea rotundicollis
This record describes Brachypnoea rotundicollis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Type Locality: Esperanza Ranch and S. Tomas [Sabal Palm Grove], Brownsville, Cameron Co., TX apparently does not come to lights
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Eumolpinae
- Tribe
- Eumolpini
- Genus
- Brachypnoea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
c. to s. TX - Map , most records along the coast from Rockport to the RGV
Seasonal Activity
Mar-May ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Baccharis spp. ( 4 )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Brachypnoea rotundicollis. 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 Brachypnoea rotundicollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Brachypnoea rotundicollis
What is Brachypnoea rotundicollis?
Brachypnoea rotundicollis is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Brachypnoea rotundicollis found?
Range: c. to s. TX - Map , most records along the coast from Rockport to the RGV
What does Brachypnoea rotundicollis eat?
The diet of the Brachypnoea rotundicollis includes Baccharis spp. ( 4 ).
When is Brachypnoea rotundicollis active?
Brachypnoea rotundicollis: seasonal activity - Mar-May ( 3 ).