Ellychnia flavicollis
This record describes Ellychnia flavicollis (species). Recorded family: Lampyridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
all-orange pronotum distinctive within the genus • Holotype Has fairly large lights for a diurnal species and they need to be photographed in the dark or otherwise measured to get some idea of how bright they are. Lights of male and female haven't been compared, mating behavior is unknown, larvae are unknown, flower or plant associations unknown... ‒Joe Cicero, 29.viii.2014
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
CO-NM-c.TX - Map , most records nr. the Rio Grande, NM to w.TX Best known from the Organ Mts. in Dona Ana Co., NM to the northwest. ‒ Joe Cicero, 29.viii.2014
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ellychnia flavicollis (LeConte)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ellychnia flavicollis. 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 flavicollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by John F. Carr; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ellychnia flavicollis
What is Ellychnia flavicollis?
Ellychnia flavicollis is a species in the family Lampyridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ellychnia flavicollis?
7‒9 mm
How do you identify Ellychnia flavicollis?
all-orange pronotum distinctive within the genus • Holotype
Where is Ellychnia flavicollis found?
Range: CO-NM-c.TX - Map , most records nr. the Rio Grande, NM to w.TX Best known from the Organ Mts. in Dona Ana Co., NM to the northwest. ‒ Joe Cicero, 29.viii.2014