Chrysobothris edwardsii
This record describes Chrysobothris edwardsii (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Chrysobothris edwardsii is a species of metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae. It is found in Central America and North America.
Identification notes
Det. Joel DuBois, 2020
Wikipedia reference for Chrysobothris edwardsii: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysobothris edwardsii.
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
Habitat
low, desert elevations where the host occurs
Geographic Range
se. CA to w. TX / Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Jun (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: larvae host in ocotillo ( Fouquieria splendens , Fouquieriaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chrysobothris edwardsii Horn 1886
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris edwardsii. 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 edwardsii (5)
Photo credits: (c) James Bailey, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by James Bailey | (c) jeremy03, all rights reserved, uploaded by jeremy03 | (c) Joel DuBois, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Joel DuBois | Contributed by Richard L. Westcott; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris edwardsii
What is Chrysobothris edwardsii?
Chrysobothris edwardsii is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Chrysobothris edwardsii?
Det. Joel DuBois, 2020
Where is Chrysobothris edwardsii found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | low, desert elevations where the host occurs |
| Range | se. CA to w. TX / Mex. - Map |
What does Chrysobothris edwardsii eat?
The diet of the Chrysobothris edwardsii includes larvae host in ocotillo ( Fouquieria splendens , Fouquieriaceae).
When is Chrysobothris edwardsii active?
Chrysobothris edwardsii: seasonal activity - Apr-Jun (BG data).