Disonycha procera
This record describes Disonycha procera (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
See info page for Disonycha pensylvanica Disonycha procera : - head usually red anteriour of antennal base; - legs usually with red femora, also tibiae can be partly red; (dark varieties with legs all dark occur) - abdomen usually completely red; - elytra finely punctured, +/- costate in females; - pronotum with 0 -5 spots (may fuse); - 5.6-6.8 mm body length. Type Locality: Delaware
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
The most widespread species of the pensylvanica -group. e. NA to BC (TX-GA-QC-BC) / Mex. - Map , most GBIF records s. CAN & n. US confirmed BC and OR localities situated east of the coastal mountain chain.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Knotweed - Polygonum (Polygonaceae) ( 4 ) , ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Disonycha procera Casey, 1884
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Disonycha procera. 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 Disonycha procera (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Boris Bueche , Chuck Sexton
Frequently Asked Questions About Disonycha procera
What is Disonycha procera?
Disonycha procera is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Disonycha procera?
See info page for Disonycha pensylvanica Disonycha procera : - head usually red anteriour of antennal base; - legs usually with red femora, also tibiae can be partly red; (dark varieties with legs all dark occur) - abdomen usually completely red; - elytra finely punctured, +/- costate in females; - pronotum with 0 -5 spots (may fuse); - 5.6-6.8 mm body length.
Where is Disonycha procera found?
Range: The most widespread species of the pensylvanica -group. e. NA to BC (TX-GA-QC-BC) / Mex. - Map , most GBIF records s. CAN & n. US confirmed BC and OR localities situated east of the coastal mountain chain.
What does Disonycha procera eat?
The diet of the Disonycha procera includes Knotweed - Polygonum (Polygonaceae) ( 4 ) , ( 5 ).