Heliocis repanda
This record describes Heliocis repanda (species). Recorded family: Oedemeridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Heliocis repanda (Heliocis repanda) is a species in the family Oedemeridae, commonly known as false blister beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Oedemerinae, tribe Asclerini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Tenebrionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Heliocis. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 5.3-6.2 mm. Active during mostly Apr-Jun.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Oedemeridae (False Blister Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Oedemerinae
- Tribe
- Asclerini
- Genus
- Heliocis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se US to DC, also rarely in AZ / Mex. - Map , common in TX
Seasonal Activity
mostly Apr-Jun ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts include blackberry, blueberry, oak, stinking ash, fleabane, etc. ( 3 )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Heliocis repanda. 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 Heliocis repanda (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Heliocis repanda
What is Heliocis repanda?
Heliocis repanda is a species in the family Oedemeridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Heliocis repanda?
5.3-6.2 mm
Where is Heliocis repanda found?
Range: se US to DC, also rarely in AZ / Mex. - Map , common in TX
What does Heliocis repanda eat?
The diet of the Heliocis repanda includes hosts include blackberry, blueberry, oak, stinking ash, fleabane, etc. ( 3 ).
When is Heliocis repanda active?
Heliocis repanda: seasonal activity - mostly Apr-Jun ( 4 ).