Hyperaspidius militaris
This record describes Hyperaspidius militaris (species). Recorded family: Coccinellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pronotum of male yellow with obscure brownish yellow maculation in basal I; pronotum of female black with lateral border narrowly yellow. Elytron yellow except broad sutural border brown or black, short vitta present on humerus Gordon's figures Elytra pale yellow with abroad sutural vitta and an oblong spot on the humeral callus black.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Coccinellidae (Lady Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scymninae
- Tribe
- Hyperaspidini
- Genus
- Hyperaspidius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se US (AL-FL-NC) - Map (circles) Florida county records: Alachua, Highlands, Osceola, Pinellas, and Volusia (BG data)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hyperaspidius militaris. 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 Hyperaspidius militaris (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyperaspidius militaris
What is Hyperaspidius militaris?
Hyperaspidius militaris is a species in the family Coccinellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Hyperaspidius militaris?
Length 1.9 to 2.5 mm
How do you identify Hyperaspidius militaris?
Pronotum of male yellow with obscure brownish yellow maculation in basal I; pronotum of female black with lateral border narrowly yellow. Elytron yellow except broad sutural border brown or black, short vitta present on humerus Gordon's figures Elytra pale yellow with abroad sutural vitta and an oblong spot on the humeral callus black.
Where is Hyperaspidius militaris found?
Range: se US (AL-FL-NC) - Map (circles) Florida county records: Alachua, Highlands, Osceola, Pinellas, and Volusia (BG data)