Euphoria canescens
This record describes Euphoria canescens (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
AZ (Pima and Santa Cruz Cos.) to C. America [ map ] , coll'ed in Pima Co. since 2022
Diet and Behavior
Life History
asso. w. Atta mexicana (A. Meeds, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2023)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Euphoria canescens (Gory & Percheron 1833)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Euphoria canescens. 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 canescens (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Euphoria canescens
How big is Euphoria canescens?
8.7‒11.7 mm
Where is Euphoria canescens found?
Range: AZ (Pima and Santa Cruz Cos.) to C. America [ map ] , coll'ed in Pima Co. since 2022
What is the life cycle of a Euphoria canescens?
asso. w. Atta mexicana (A. Meeds, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2023)