Donacia fulgens
This record describes Donacia fulgens (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
habitus photos Among species of the D subtilis group, D fulgens is recognizeable most easily by its brilliant green color, produced by dense fine rugosity of the elytra. Median line of pronotum mostly obscured by dense punctuation, the disc overall quite flat, laterally forming rugosity
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Donaciinae
- Tribe
- Plateumarini
- Genus
- Donacia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found on emergent plants growing along margins of ponds, lakes, slow moving streams
Geographic Range
e.NA, Maine and southern Quebec, to VA and west to SK[cite:4548,14
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Sparganium is recorded
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Donacia fulgens LeConte 1851 Fulgens means shining or glittering, which this species is, or at least the brilliant green ones are
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Donacia fulgens. 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 Donacia fulgens (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov , Ingolf
Frequently Asked Questions About Donacia fulgens
What is Donacia fulgens?
Donacia fulgens is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Donacia fulgens?
6‒9 mm
How do you identify Donacia fulgens?
habitus photos Among species of the D subtilis group, D fulgens is recognizeable most easily by its brilliant green color, produced by dense fine rugosity of the elytra. Median line of pronotum mostly obscured by dense punctuation, the disc overall quite flat, laterally forming rugosity
Where is Donacia fulgens found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Found on emergent plants growing along margins of ponds, lakes, slow moving streams |
| Range | e.NA, Maine and southern Quebec, to VA and west to SK[cite:4548,14 |
What does Donacia fulgens eat?
The diet of the Donacia fulgens includes Sparganium is recorded.