Languria marginipennis
This record describes Languria marginipennis (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
green-blue or blue (Schwarz, 1878a) Both Schwarz (1878a, p. 357) and Schaeffer (1904, p. 200) say the thorax has a median dark spot, but, although the majority of specimens examined have it, some do not, or it is so faint as not to be seen. Type Locality: Cedar Keys
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
LA (New Orleans), n. to s.FL , 99 spmns from FL, 2 from LA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Languria marginipennis Schwarz 1878
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Languria marginipennis. 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 marginipennis (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Languria marginipennis
What is Languria marginipennis?
Languria marginipennis is a species in the family Erotylidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Languria marginipennis?
7‒9.5 mm
How do you identify Languria marginipennis?
green-blue or blue (Schwarz, 1878a) Both Schwarz (1878a, p. 357) and Schaeffer (1904, p. 200) say the thorax has a median dark spot, but, although the majority of specimens examined have it, some do not, or it is so faint as not to be seen.
Where is Languria marginipennis found?
Range: LA (New Orleans), n. to s.FL , 99 spmns from FL, 2 from LA