Languria denticulata
This record describes Languria denticulata (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
resembles mozardi but elytral tip sinuate, with a denticle at suture ( vs smooth and evenly rounded) , and body slightly larger in average antennae with some basal segments usually red, club five-segmented, emerging gradually from stem, segments broader than long, not much dilated to inner side; head red; thorax without median dark spot; scutellum often red; elytra metallic green; venter red, last abdominal segment piceous Type Locality: Brownsville, Cameron Co., Texas
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Erotylidae (Pleasing Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Erotylinae
- Tribe
- Languriini
- Genus
- Languria
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
south TX (Bandera, Cameron, Hidalgo, Kendall Counties)
Seasonal Activity
Jan-Sep
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults on hubam clover and English pea
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Languria denticulata Schaeffer 1918
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Languria denticulata. 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 Languria denticulata
What is Languria denticulata?
Languria denticulata is a species in the family Erotylidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Languria denticulata?
8-10 mm
How do you identify Languria denticulata?
resembles mozardi but elytral tip sinuate, with a denticle at suture ( vs smooth and evenly rounded) , and body slightly larger in average antennae with some basal segments usually red, club five-segmented, emerging gradually from stem, segments broader than long, not much dilated to inner side; head red; thorax without median dark spot; scutellum often red; elytra metallic green; venter red, last abdominal segment piceous
Where is Languria denticulata found?
Range: south TX (Bandera, Cameron, Hidalgo, Kendall Counties)
What does Languria denticulata eat?
The diet of the Languria denticulata includes Adults on hubam clover and English pea.
When is Languria denticulata active?
Languria denticulata: seasonal activity - Jan-Sep.