Chrysobothris quadriimpressa
This record describes Chrysobothris quadriimpressa (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
usually smaller than C. femorata , with male frons lighter green a common oak inhabiting species
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
ME-FL to OR-AZ
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in walnut, sweetgum, various oaks, soapberry
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chrysobothris quadriimpressa Gory & Laporte 1837
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris quadriimpressa. 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 quadriimpressa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joshua P. Basham; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris quadriimpressa
What is Chrysobothris quadriimpressa?
Chrysobothris quadriimpressa is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Chrysobothris quadriimpressa?
♂ 6.9–11.8 mm, ♀ 7.0–13.5 mm
How do you identify Chrysobothris quadriimpressa?
usually smaller than C. femorata , with male frons lighter green
Where is Chrysobothris quadriimpressa found?
Range: ME-FL to OR-AZ
What does Chrysobothris quadriimpressa eat?
The diet of the Chrysobothris quadriimpressa includes Larvae in walnut, sweetgum, various oaks, soapberry.