Dacne quadrimaculata
This record describes Dacne quadrimaculata (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Erotylidae (Pleasing Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Erotylinae
- Tribe
- Dacnini
- Genus
- Dacne
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (NS‒MB to AL‒TX)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: various bracket fungi ( Clavicorona, Ganoderma, Hypsizygus, Lentinus, Piptoporus, Pleurotus, Pluteus, Polyporus, [i]Stereum ) ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Dacne quadrimaculata (Say 1835)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Dacne quadrimaculata. 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 Dacne quadrimaculata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Guy A. Hanley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Dacne quadrimaculata
How big is Dacne quadrimaculata?
2.4‒3.5 mm
Where is Dacne quadrimaculata found?
Range: e.NA (NS‒MB to AL‒TX)
What does Dacne quadrimaculata eat?
The diet of the Dacne quadrimaculata includes hosts: various bracket fungi ( Clavicorona, Ganoderma, Hypsizygus, Lentinus, Piptoporus, Pleurotus, Pluteus, Polyporus, [i]Stereum ) ( 3 ).