Eupompha schwarzi
This record describes Eupompha schwarzi (species). Recorded family: Meloidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The color varies quite a bit in this species -- the pronotum and head go from almost entirely orange to entirely black -- more orange in AZ and NV than CA. - John Pinto
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
Geographic Range
s.CA-s.NV-w.AZ - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eupompha schwarzi Wellman, 1909
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eupompha schwarzi. 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 schwarzi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Joyce Gross , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Eupompha schwarzi
What is Eupompha schwarzi?
Eupompha schwarzi is a species in the family Meloidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Eupompha schwarzi?
The color varies quite a bit in this species -- the pronotum and head go from almost entirely orange to entirely black -- more orange in AZ and NV than CA. - John Pinto
Where is Eupompha schwarzi found?
Range: s.CA-s.NV-w.AZ - Map