Hemiphrynus elongatus 0
Hemiphrynus elongatus
This record describes Hemiphrynus elongatus (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
both sexes with stout antennomeres (fourth antennomere approximately 2.4x longer than wide) 18 spmns coll'ed 3 miles s. of Alto, New Mexico
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Hemiphrynus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
spmns from Chihuahua and Durango were collected above 6,000 feet
Geographic Range
s. NM / Mex: Chihuahua, Durango, and Veracruz
Seasonal Activity
long series coll'ed from NM in mid-June
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adult host(s) unk.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hemiphrynus elongatus (Jacoby) Orig. Comb: Phrynocepha elongatus Jacoby 1884
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hemiphrynus elongatus. 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 Hemiphrynus elongatus 0
What is Hemiphrynus elongatus 0?
Hemiphrynus elongatus 0 (Hemiphrynus elongatus) is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Hemiphrynus elongatus 0?
4.6 to 6.5 mm
How do you identify Hemiphrynus elongatus 0?
both sexes with stout antennomeres (fourth antennomere approximately 2.4x longer than wide)
Where is Hemiphrynus elongatus 0 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | spmns from Chihuahua and Durango were collected above 6,000 feet |
| Range | s. NM / Mex: Chihuahua, Durango, and Veracruz |
What does Hemiphrynus elongatus 0 eat?
The diet of the Hemiphrynus elongatus 0 includes adult host(s) unk..
When is Hemiphrynus elongatus 0 active?
Hemiphrynus elongatus 0: seasonal activity - long series coll'ed from NM in mid-June.