Chrysobothris basalis
This record describes Chrysobothris basalis (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Chrysobothris basalis is a species of metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae. It is found in Central America and North America.
Wikipedia reference for Chrysobothris basalis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysobothris basalis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Buprestinae
- Tribe
- Chrysobothrini
- Genus
- Chrysobothris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ, s. TX / Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
March-October (probably year-round) (Vogt 1949)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Common on fresh and dying Huisache - Vachellia (=Acacia) farnesiana (Vogt 1949)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chrysobothris basalis LeConte 1858
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris basalis. 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 Chrysobothris basalis (5)
Photo credits: (c) Bufface, all rights reserved, uploaded by Bufface | (c) Sam Kieschnick, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Sam Kieschnick | (c) George Pollock, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by George Pollock | Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris basalis
What is Chrysobothris basalis?
Chrysobothris basalis is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Chrysobothris basalis?
18 mm (Type)
Where is Chrysobothris basalis found?
Range: AZ, s. TX / Mex. - Map
What does Chrysobothris basalis eat?
The diet of the Chrysobothris basalis includes Common on fresh and dying Huisache - Vachellia (=Acacia) farnesiana (Vogt 1949).
When is Chrysobothris basalis active?
Chrysobothris basalis: seasonal activity - March-October (probably year-round) (Vogt 1949).