Crossidius mojavensis
This record describes Crossidius mojavensis (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Trachyderini
- Genus
- Crossidius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA & Baja
Seasonal Activity
Sep‒Oct in Western Mojave Desert, CA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larva in Artemisia tridentata
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Crossidius mojavensis Linsley 1955
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Crossidius mojavensis. 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 Crossidius mojavensis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Hartmut Wisch; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Crossidius mojavensis
How big is Crossidius mojavensis?
10‒18 mm
Where is Crossidius mojavensis found?
Range: CA & Baja
What does Crossidius mojavensis eat?
The diet of the Crossidius mojavensis includes Larva in Artemisia tridentata.
When is Crossidius mojavensis active?
Crossidius mojavensis: seasonal activity - Sep‒Oct in Western Mojave Desert, CA.