Chrysobothris subcylindrica
This record describes Chrysobothris subcylindrica (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Chrysobothris subcylindrica (Chrysobothris subcylindrica) 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.
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
w. US (OR-CA to ID-UT-NM)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larval hosts: Artemisia tridentata, Chrysothamnus nauseosus, Gutierrezia sarothrae, Heterotheca villosa ; Adults also on [/i]Prosopis glandulosa, Psorothamnus emoryi, Purshia tridentata[/i] var. glandulosa, Senna armata
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chrysobothris subcylindrica Ménétries in Motschulsky 1859
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris subcylindrica. 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 subcylindrica (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor; Additional contributions by Joshua P. Basham , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris subcylindrica
What is Chrysobothris subcylindrica?
Chrysobothris subcylindrica is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Chrysobothris subcylindrica found?
Range: w. US (OR-CA to ID-UT-NM)
What does Chrysobothris subcylindrica eat?
The diet of the Chrysobothris subcylindrica includes Larval hosts: Artemisia tridentata, Chrysothamnus nauseosus, Gutierrezia sarothrae, Heterotheca villosa ; Adults also on [/i]Prosopis glandulosa, Psorothamnus emoryi, Purshia tridentata[/i] var. glandulosa, Senna armata.