Erepsocassis rubella
This record describes Erepsocassis rubella (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
color: Yellow or red-brown uncommon
Identification notes
color: Yellow or red-brown ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cassidinae
- Tribe
- Cassidini
- Genus
- Erepsocassis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
MS-FL-VA-KY ( 4 ) ,(BG data) AL records from 2 specimens from Mobile Co. ( 3 ) FL record(s) from Alachua Co. ( 4 ) KY record from Logan Co. (BG data)
Seasonal Activity
April-July ( 3 ) ,(BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: probably one of the Convolvulaceae
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: rubella (L). 'red little'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Erepsocassis rubella. 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 Erepsocassis rubella (4)
Photo credits: (c) Mike Quinn, San Marcos, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Mike Quinn, San Marcos | Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Erepsocassis rubella
What is Erepsocassis rubella?
Erepsocassis rubella is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Erepsocassis rubella?
Length 7.5-7.7 mm. Width 5.8-6.0 mm. ( 3 )
How do you identify Erepsocassis rubella?
color: Yellow or red-brown ( 3 )
Where is Erepsocassis rubella found?
Range: MS-FL-VA-KY ( 4 ) ,(BG data) AL records from 2 specimens from Mobile Co. ( 3 ) FL record(s) from Alachua Co. ( 4 ) KY record from Logan Co. (BG data)
What does Erepsocassis rubella eat?
The diet of the Erepsocassis rubella includes probably one of the Convolvulaceae.
When is Erepsocassis rubella active?
Erepsocassis rubella: seasonal activity - April-July ( 3 ) ,(BG data).