Disonycha figurata 0
Disonycha figurata
This record describes Disonycha figurata (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Syntype • Head, pronotum and elytra pale, underside pale except for central area of metasternum and abdomen. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum with two (4) dark spots in front; elytral pattern: 3 narrow vittae, median vitta not touching others at apex, vittae typically rather indistinct (reddish/greyish) but can be almost black. |
| Legs | Legs mostly pale; tarsi, tibial apex darker; femora usually with well-defined dark streak. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Disonycha
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ‒NV‒UT to Panama
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Disonycha figurata Jacoby 1884
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Disonycha figurata. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Disonycha figurata 0
What is Disonycha figurata 0?
Disonycha figurata 0 (Disonycha figurata) is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Disonycha figurata 0?
6‒7 mm
How do you identify Disonycha figurata 0?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Additional details | Syntype • Head, pronotum and elytra pale, underside pale except for central area of metasternum and abdomen. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum with two (4) dark spots in front; elytral pattern: 3 narrow vittae, median vitta not touching others at apex, vittae typically rather indistinct (reddish/greyish) but can be almost black. |
| Legs | Legs mostly pale; tarsi, tibial apex darker; femora usually with well-defined dark streak. |
Where is Disonycha figurata 0 found?
Range: AZ‒NV‒UT to Panama