Eupompha edmundsi
This record describes Eupompha edmundsi (species). Recorded family: Meloidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Meloidae (Blister Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Meloinae
- Tribe
- Eupomphini
- Genus
- Eupompha
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
known only from the arid plateau regions of northern Arizona and southern Utah.
Geographic Range
endemic to n. AZ & s. UT - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly May-June
Diet and Behavior
Life History
adults taken on Helianthus anomala, Stephanomeria exigua (Asteraceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eupompha edmundsi. 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 Eupompha edmundsi (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Eupompha edmundsi
Where is Eupompha edmundsi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | known only from the arid plateau regions of northern Arizona and southern Utah. |
| Range | endemic to n. AZ & s. UT - Map |
When is Eupompha edmundsi active?
Eupompha edmundsi: seasonal activity - mostly May-June.
What is the life cycle of a Eupompha edmundsi?
adults taken on Helianthus anomala, Stephanomeria exigua (Asteraceae)