Euphoria biguttata
This record describes Euphoria biguttata (species). Recorded family: Scarabaeidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Scarabaeoidea
- Family
- Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cetoniinae
- Tribe
- Cetoniini
- Genus
- Euphoria
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se AZ (one 2016 record from Cochise Co.) / Mex. to C. Amer. (Woodley & Lingafelter 2017), Also one 1962 record from "Hidalgo Co." with no state given, so it could be from either NM or TX. , ,(Woodley & Lingafelter 2017)
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Dec. (mostly Oct) in Mex.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Euphoria biguttata. 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 Euphoria biguttata (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Euphoria biguttata
How big is Euphoria biguttata?
10.8-17.0 mm
Where is Euphoria biguttata found?
Range: se AZ (one 2016 record from Cochise Co.) / Mex. to C. Amer. (Woodley & Lingafelter 2017), Also one 1962 record from Hidalgo Co. with no state given, so it could be from either NM or TX. , ,(Woodley & Lingafelter 2017)
When is Euphoria biguttata active?
Euphoria biguttata: seasonal activity - Jun-Dec. (mostly Oct) in Mex..