Hoshihananomia octopunctata
This record describes Hoshihananomia octopunctata (species). Recorded family: Mordellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
pattern distinctive
Wikipedia reference for Hoshihananomia octopunctata: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoshihananomia_octopunctata.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Mordellidae (Tumbling Flower Beetles)
- Tribe
- Mordellini
- Genus
- Hoshihananomia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (QC‒FL to ON‒MN‒TX)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hoshihananomia octopunctata (Fabricius 1775)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hoshihananomia octopunctata. 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 Hoshihananomia octopunctata (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cotinis , Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , v belov , marcie oconnor
Frequently Asked Questions About Hoshihananomia octopunctata
How big is Hoshihananomia octopunctata?
7.5‒9.0 mm
How do you identify Hoshihananomia octopunctata?
pattern distinctive
Where is Hoshihananomia octopunctata found?
Range: e.NA (QC‒FL to ON‒MN‒TX)