Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus
This record describes Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Lectotype Locality: Esprza Rch., Brownsville, Tex.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptocephalinae
- Tribe
- Cryptocephalini
- Genus
- Cryptocephalus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
n. TX-LA / Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: reported from least snoutbean ( Rhynchosia minima ) and cowpea ( Vigna unguiculata , Fabaceae) (White, 1968). Additionally, Foster et al. (1981) found adults to be rarely present while surveying the insects asso w/ broom snakeweed ( Gutierrezia sarothrae , Asteraceae). Records maintained by the USDA ... state that adults in Bell County, TX have been coll'ed by sweeping Texas snakeweed ( Gutierrezia texana , Asteraceae) (Thomas O. Robbins, pers. comm.).
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus Schaeffer 1904
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus. 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 Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov , Edward Ruden
Frequently Asked Questions About Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus
What is Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus?
Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus?
3.4-4.6 mm
Where is Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus found?
Range: n. TX-LA / Mex. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 )
What does Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus eat?
The diet of the Cryptocephalus brunneovittatus includes reported from least snoutbean ( Rhynchosia minima ) and cowpea ( Vigna unguiculata , Fabaceae) (White, 1968). Additionally, Foster et al. (1981) found adults to be rarely present while surveying the insects asso w/ broom snakeweed ( Gutierrezia sarothrae , Asteraceae). Records maintained by the USDA ... state that adults in Bell County, TX have been coll'ed by sweeping Texas snakeweed ( Gutierrezia texana , Asteraceae) (Thomas O. Robbins, pers. comm.)..