Crepidodera opulenta
This record describes Crepidodera opulenta (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
elytral margins narrow in dorsal view (as in Fig. 10) In the original description, LeConte described the colour of this species as laete viridiaurea or bright green-gold. The lectotype differs from this in having the dorsal surface coppery-bronze with a slight greenish reflection. dorsal surface dark green, bronze-green, brassy-green, coppery-green, coppery-bronze to dark bronze Type Locality: Fort Yuma, California 253 specimens examined by Parry
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
sw US (CA‒AZ‒CO-UT) , see Map 7
Diet and Behavior
Diet: restricted to willow ( Salix , Salicaceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Crepidodera opulenta. 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 opulenta (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Joshua P. Basham; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Crepidodera opulenta
What is Crepidodera opulenta?
Crepidodera opulenta is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Crepidodera opulenta?
elytral margins narrow in dorsal view (as in Fig. 10) In the original description, LeConte described the colour of this species as laete viridiaurea or bright green-gold. The lectotype differs from this in having the dorsal surface coppery-bronze with a slight greenish reflection. dorsal surface dark green, bronze-green, brassy-green, coppery-green, coppery-bronze to dark bronze
Where is Crepidodera opulenta found?
Range: sw US (CA‒AZ‒CO-UT) , see Map 7
What does Crepidodera opulenta eat?
The diet of the Crepidodera opulenta includes restricted to willow ( Salix , Salicaceae).