Mannophorus laetus
This record describes Mannophorus laetus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
occasionally w all black elytra
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Trachyderini
- Genus
- Mannophorus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Tamaulipan Thornscrub
Geographic Range
sw. & so. TX / s. Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly Sep-Dec
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults visit various flowers, mostly Helianthus, Viguiera, Verbesina (Asteraceae); larval host unknown
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Mannophorus laetus LeConte 1854
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Mannophorus laetus. 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 Mannophorus laetus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Mannophorus laetus
How do you identify Mannophorus laetus?
occasionally w all black elytra
Where is Mannophorus laetus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Tamaulipan Thornscrub |
| Range | sw. & so. TX / s. Mex. - Map |
What does Mannophorus laetus eat?
The diet of the Mannophorus laetus includes Adults visit various flowers, mostly Helianthus, Viguiera, Verbesina (Asteraceae); larval host unknown.
When is Mannophorus laetus active?
Mannophorus laetus: seasonal activity - mostly Sep-Dec.