Cregya mixta
This record describes Cregya mixta (species). Recorded family: Cleridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pronotal sides dark brown, pronotal disc with 2 spots near base; elytral humeral dark marking extends to elytral middle Dets. of these LA & TX spmns by W. Opitz A narrow brown streak may connect the elytral humeral and preapical brown maculae.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cleroidea
- Family
- Cleridae (Checkered Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Peloniinae
- Genus
- Cregya
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (NY-IN to GA-TX) - Map
Seasonal Activity
May-July
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cregya mixta LeConte 1866
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cregya mixta. 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 Cregya mixta (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Ted Kropiewnicki; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cregya mixta
What is Cregya mixta?
Cregya mixta is a species in the family Cleridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cregya mixta?
Length 3.5-4.5 mm
How do you identify Cregya mixta?
Pronotal sides dark brown, pronotal disc with 2 spots near base; elytral humeral dark marking extends to elytral middle Dets. of these LA & TX spmns by W. Opitz A narrow brown streak may connect the elytral humeral and preapical brown maculae.
Where is Cregya mixta found?
Range: e. US (NY-IN to GA-TX) - Map
When is Cregya mixta active?
Cregya mixta: seasonal activity - May-July.