Chrysobothris lucana
This record describes Chrysobothris lucana (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Chrysobothris lucana (Chrysobothris lucana) is a species in the family Buprestidae, commonly known as metallic wood-boring beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Buprestinae, tribe Chrysobothrini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Buprestoidea. This species belongs to the genus Chrysobothris. Active during May-Aug (BG data).
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
OR-CA-AZ / Mex
Seasonal Activity
May-Aug (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in jojoba - Simmondsia chinensis (Simmondsiaceae) USDA Plants Database
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Author: Horn, 1894
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris lucana. 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 lucana (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor; Additional contributions by Joshua P. Basham , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris lucana
What is Chrysobothris lucana?
Chrysobothris lucana is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Chrysobothris lucana found?
Range: OR-CA-AZ / Mex
What does Chrysobothris lucana eat?
The diet of the Chrysobothris lucana includes Larvae in jojoba - Simmondsia chinensis (Simmondsiaceae) USDA Plants Database.
When is Chrysobothris lucana active?
Chrysobothris lucana: seasonal activity - May-Aug (BG data).