Eustrophopsis arizonensis
This record describes Eustrophopsis arizonensis (species). Recorded family: Tetratomidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
the key character for arizonensis is the rugosity of the proepisterna. The overall shape, however, and color of antennomeres would lead me to think E. ornatus (Van Dyke). If the above mentioned structure is smooth and not rugose, then ornatus is the call. - per Darren Pollock, 8 August, 2013
Wikipedia reference for Eustrophopsis arizonensis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eustrophopsis_arizonensis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tetratomidae (Polypore Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Eustrophinae
- Tribe
- Eustrophini
- Genus
- Eustrophopsis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. US (MT-SD to CA-TX) & Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eustrophopsis arizonensis (Horn 1888)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eustrophopsis arizonensis. 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 Eustrophopsis arizonensis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Eustrophopsis arizonensis
What is Eustrophopsis arizonensis?
Eustrophopsis arizonensis is a species in the family Tetratomidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Eustrophopsis arizonensis?
5.8–7.8 mm
How do you identify Eustrophopsis arizonensis?
the key character for arizonensis is the rugosity of the proepisterna. The overall shape, however, and color of antennomeres would lead me to think E. ornatus (Van Dyke). If the above mentioned structure is smooth and not rugose, then ornatus is the call. - per Darren Pollock, 8 August, 2013
Where is Eustrophopsis arizonensis found?
Range: w. US (MT-SD to CA-TX) & Mexico