Crepidodera nana
This record describes Crepidodera nana (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species exhibits considerable variation. ( 3 ) Parry (1986) examined some 2000 nana spmns ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Crepidodera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
widely dist. (NM-FL-NB-NT) - Map , see Map 116 , apparently absecent from CA-AZ
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: various willows - Salix spp. (Salicaceae) ( 3 ) ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: nana (G). 'dwarf'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Crepidodera nana. 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 Crepidodera nana (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Wisconsin Oecanthinancy; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Crepidodera nana
What is Crepidodera nana?
Crepidodera nana is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Crepidodera nana?
This species exhibits considerable variation. ( 3 )
Where is Crepidodera nana found?
Range: widely dist. (NM-FL-NB-NT) - Map , see Map 116 , apparently absecent from CA-AZ
What does Crepidodera nana eat?
The diet of the Crepidodera nana includes hosts: various willows - Salix spp. (Salicaceae) ( 3 ) ( 5 ).