Chrysobothris verdigripennis
This record describes Chrysobothris verdigripennis (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Chrysobothris verdigripennis is a species of metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae. It is found in North America.
Wikipedia reference for Chrysobothris verdigripennis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysobothris verdigripennis.
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
LB-SC to AB...
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Chrysobothris verdigripennis Frost 1910
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Chrysobothris verdigripennis. 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 verdigripennis (5)
Photo credits: (c) Ludo Leclerc, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Ludo Leclerc | (c) Pierrick Bloin, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Pierrick Bloin | (c) Bernard DUPONT, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC-SA) | (c) Nick Bédard, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Nick Bédard | Contributed by Richard L. Westcott; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Chrysobothris verdigripennis
What is Chrysobothris verdigripennis?
Chrysobothris verdigripennis is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Chrysobothris verdigripennis?
12-16 mm
Where is Chrysobothris verdigripennis found?
Range: LB-SC to AB...