Chrysobothris lixa
This record describes Chrysobothris lixa (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Body subcylindrical, elytra distinctly setoes, pronotum without median depression, and profemur toothed.
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, sw. to s. TX / Mex. - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host unknown
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chrysobothris lixa Horn 1886
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris lixa. 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 lixa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by jahansen , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris lixa
What is Chrysobothris lixa?
Chrysobothris lixa is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Chrysobothris lixa?
6-7.5 mm
How do you identify Chrysobothris lixa?
Body subcylindrical, elytra distinctly setoes, pronotum without median depression, and profemur toothed.
Where is Chrysobothris lixa found?
Range: AZ, sw. to s. TX / Mex. - Map
What does Chrysobothris lixa eat?
The diet of the Chrysobothris lixa includes host unknown.