Eupompha imperialis
This record describes Eupompha imperialis (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
most arid parts of the Sonoran Desert
Geographic Range
so. CA & AZ
Seasonal Activity
Apr-May
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adults feed on flowers of Coldenia palmeri (Boraginaceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eupompha imperialis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eupompha imperialis
Where is Eupompha imperialis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | most arid parts of the Sonoran Desert |
| Range | so. CA & AZ |
What does Eupompha imperialis eat?
The diet of the Eupompha imperialis includes adults feed on flowers of Coldenia palmeri (Boraginaceae).
When is Eupompha imperialis active?
Eupompha imperialis: seasonal activity - Apr-May.