Macrosiagon dimidiata
This record describes Macrosiagon dimidiata (species). Recorded family: Ripiphoridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
convex frons and lack of pronotal tubercle shown above are important differences from M. flavipennis (see Zack Falin's comment there)
Wikipedia reference for Macrosiagon dimidiata: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macrosiagon_dimidiata.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Ripiphoridae (Wedge-shaped Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Ripiphorinae
- Genus
- Macrosiagon
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (NH-FL to MO-TX-CA) - Map
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Sep in NC ( 5 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults on flowers of Pycnanthemum and Eupatorium
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Macrosiagon dimidiata (Fabricius 1781)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Macrosiagon dimidiata. 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 Macrosiagon dimidiata (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Troy Bartlett; Additional contributions by cotinis , Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Macrosiagon dimidiata
What is Macrosiagon dimidiata?
Macrosiagon dimidiata is a species in the family Ripiphoridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Macrosiagon dimidiata?
5.0-11.0 mm
How do you identify Macrosiagon dimidiata?
convex frons and lack of pronotal tubercle shown above are important differences from M. flavipennis (see Zack Falin's comment there)
Where is Macrosiagon dimidiata found?
Range: e. US (NH-FL to MO-TX-CA) - Map
What does Macrosiagon dimidiata eat?
The diet of the Macrosiagon dimidiata includes Adults on flowers of Pycnanthemum and Eupatorium.
When is Macrosiagon dimidiata active?
Macrosiagon dimidiata: seasonal activity - Jun-Sep in NC ( 5 ).