Langurites lineatus
This record describes Langurites lineatus (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
color extremely variable Large; head red, often with piceous spot; thorax red with three piceous stripes of varying widths, or thorax all piceous or all red; elytra piceous with red [humerus], or all piceous. Elytral apices ending in tooth and obliquely incised to suture. Type Locality: Colombia, South America
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Erotylidae (Pleasing Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Erotylinae
- Tribe
- Languriini
- Genus
- Langurites
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
so. AZ to Venezuela and Colombia - Map , also reported from "Florida" by Casey , but no FL locations given in . Note, this sp. occurs in N.L., and Tamps., Mex. so it may show up in southmost TX as well. Uncommon s. of Mex.
Seasonal Activity
Aug-Oct
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Langurites lineatus. 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 Langurites lineatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Langurites lineatus
What is Langurites lineatus?
Langurites lineatus is a species in the family Erotylidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Langurites lineatus?
11-15 mm
How do you identify Langurites lineatus?
color extremely variable Large; head red, often with piceous spot; thorax red with three piceous stripes of varying widths, or thorax all piceous or all red; elytra piceous with red [humerus], or all piceous. Elytral apices ending in tooth and obliquely incised to suture.
Where is Langurites lineatus found?
Range: so. AZ to Venezuela and Colombia - Map , also reported from Florida by Casey , but no FL locations given in . Note, this sp. occurs in N.L., and Tamps., Mex. so it may show up in southmost TX as well. Uncommon s. of Mex.
When is Langurites lineatus active?
Langurites lineatus: seasonal activity - Aug-Oct.