Languria discoidea
This record describes Languria discoidea (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
thorax alutaceous, with median dark spot spreading from apex to behind middle
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
coastal SC to s.FL - Map , the widest ranging sp. in FL
Seasonal Activity
Jan‒May
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adults feed on thistles ( Carduus ), sago palms, garden vegetables, etc.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Languria discoidea LeConte 1854
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Languria discoidea. 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 Languria discoidea (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Languria discoidea
What is Languria discoidea?
Languria discoidea is a species in the family Erotylidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Languria discoidea?
5.5‒10 mm
How do you identify Languria discoidea?
thorax alutaceous, with median dark spot spreading from apex to behind middle
Where is Languria discoidea found?
Range: coastal SC to s.FL - Map , the widest ranging sp. in FL
What does Languria discoidea eat?
The diet of the Languria discoidea includes adults feed on thistles ( Carduus ), sago palms, garden vegetables, etc..
When is Languria discoidea active?
Languria discoidea: seasonal activity - Jan‒May.