Eronyxa pallidus
This record describes Eronyxa pallidus (species). Recorded family: Lophocateridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Black forms are all males, and much smaller in size than brown females or males
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cleroidea
- Family
- Lophocateridae
- Genus
- Eronyxa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
adults usually on flowers (esp. Ceanothus ); reared from dead Ceanothus stem
Geographic Range
BC‒CA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eronyxa pallidus (Motschulsky 1863)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eronyxa pallidus. 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 Eronyxa pallidus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Hartmut Wisch , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Eronyxa pallidus
What is Eronyxa pallidus?
Eronyxa pallidus is a species in the family Lophocateridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Eronyxa pallidus?
2.9‒6.0 mm
How do you identify Eronyxa pallidus?
Black forms are all males, and much smaller in size than brown females or males
Where is Eronyxa pallidus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | adults usually on flowers (esp. Ceanothus ); reared from dead Ceanothus stem |
| Range | BC‒CA |