Ellychnia facula
This record describes Ellychnia facula (species). Recorded family: Lampyridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Lateral vitta of the pronotum wider than black margin, typically with two dark spots along inner margin in the discal area (sometimes merged with discal spot). Elytron with two costae.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Lampyridae (Fireflies)
- Subfamily
- Lampyrinae
- Tribe
- Lucidotini
- Genus
- Ellychnia (Diurnal Fireflies)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Rocky Mts, se.BC‒ID
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ellychnia facula. 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 Ellychnia facula (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by Stephen Luk , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ellychnia facula
What is Ellychnia facula?
Ellychnia facula is a species in the family Lampyridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ellychnia facula?
8‒12 mm
How do you identify Ellychnia facula?
Lateral vitta of the pronotum wider than black margin, typically with two dark spots along inner margin in the discal area (sometimes merged with discal spot). Elytron with two costae.
Where is Ellychnia facula found?
Range: Rocky Mts, se.BC‒ID