Cerotoma atrofasciata
This record describes Cerotoma atrofasciata (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
elytra pale testaceous, a narrow transverse band at the base, dilated at the suture, and two small spots near the apex, black. (Jacoby, 1879) Type Locality: Guatemala
Wikipedia reference for Cerotoma atrofasciata: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerotoma atrofasciata.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Luperini
- Genus
- Cerotoma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to Columbia - Map
Diet and Behavior
Life History
asso. w/ Fabaceae, reported from Arachis, Cajanus, Glycine max, Phaseolus vulgaris, and Vigna ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cerotoma atrofasciata Jacoby 1879
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cerotoma atrofasciata. 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 Cerotoma atrofasciata (8)
Photo credits: (c) Mike Quinn, San Marcos, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Mike Quinn, San Marcos | (c) jmmaes, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA), uploaded by jmmaes | (c) Coronado Govaerts, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Coronado Govaerts | (c) Beatriz Adriana, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Beatriz Adriana | (c) Ricardo Arredondo T., some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Ricardo Arredondo T. | Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Cerotoma atrofasciata
What is Cerotoma atrofasciata?
Cerotoma atrofasciata is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Cerotoma atrofasciata?
elytra pale testaceous, a narrow transverse band at the base, dilated at the suture, and two small spots near the apex, black. (Jacoby, 1879)
Where is Cerotoma atrofasciata found?
Range: AZ to Columbia - Map
What is the life cycle of a Cerotoma atrofasciata?
asso. w/ Fabaceae, reported from Arachis, Cajanus, Glycine max, Phaseolus vulgaris, and Vigna ( 5 )