Caplothorax yuccae 0
Caplothorax yuccae
This record describes Caplothorax yuccae (species). Recorded family: Nitidulidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
remarkable for its large size and oval, depressed form Type: from the unopened flower heads of Yucca in the Mohave Desert, California
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Nitidulidae (Sap-feeding Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Carpophilinae
- Genus
- Caplothorax
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in the flowers of Yucca
Geographic Range
so.CA-TX - Map
Seasonal Activity
Mar-Jul
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Carpophilus yuccae (Crotch 1874)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Caplothorax yuccae. 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 Caplothorax yuccae 0 (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Caplothorax yuccae 0
What is Caplothorax yuccae 0?
Caplothorax yuccae 0 (Caplothorax yuccae) is a species in the family Nitidulidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Caplothorax yuccae 0?
length 4.5-6.2, width 2-2.5 mm
How do you identify Caplothorax yuccae 0?
remarkable for its large size and oval, depressed form
Where is Caplothorax yuccae 0 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in the flowers of Yucca |
| Range | so.CA-TX - Map |
When is Caplothorax yuccae 0 active?
Caplothorax yuccae 0: seasonal activity - Mar-Jul.