Kuschelina fimbriata
This record describes Kuschelina fimbriata (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Dull reddish or brownish, head and pronotum with rather ill defined dark areas of various extent. Elytra usually pale, with narrowly dark suture only. Variations:
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Kuschelina
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. coastal states (MA-FL-TX) / Mex. - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host range still unconfirmed (!); published plant records considered accidential ( 4 ) BugGuide observations indicate plantain ( Plantago ) as a host. It may not be the primary, native one.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Kuschelina fimbriata. 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 Kuschelina fimbriata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Boris Bueche
Frequently Asked Questions About Kuschelina fimbriata
What is Kuschelina fimbriata?
Kuschelina fimbriata is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Kuschelina fimbriata?
5-7 mm
How do you identify Kuschelina fimbriata?
Dull reddish or brownish, head and pronotum with rather ill defined dark areas of various extent. Elytra usually pale, with narrowly dark suture only. Variations:
Where is Kuschelina fimbriata found?
Range: e. coastal states (MA-FL-TX) / Mex. - Map
What does Kuschelina fimbriata eat?
The diet of the Kuschelina fimbriata includes Host range still unconfirmed (!); published plant records considered accidential ( 4 ) BugGuide observations indicate plantain ( Plantago ) as a host. It may not be the primary, native one..