Cremastocheilus planipes
This record describes Cremastocheilus planipes (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The broad, flat tibiae are diagnostic for this C. (Trinodia) species. (comment per Wm B. Warner, 2018)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cetoniinae
- Tribe
- Cremastocheilini
- Genus
- Cremastocheilus (Anteater Scarabs)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ, w. TX
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Jul (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cremastocheilus (Trinodia) planipes Horn 1885
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cremastocheilus planipes. 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 Cremastocheilus planipes (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by margarethe brummermann; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cremastocheilus planipes
What is Cremastocheilus planipes?
Cremastocheilus planipes is a species in the family Scarabaeidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Cremastocheilus planipes?
The broad, flat tibiae are diagnostic for this C. (Trinodia) species. (comment per Wm B. Warner, 2018)
Where is Cremastocheilus planipes found?
Range: AZ, w. TX
When is Cremastocheilus planipes active?
Cremastocheilus planipes: seasonal activity - Jun-Jul (BG data).