Methia arizonica
This record describes Methia arizonica (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. Bruce Tilden, 2024 Type Locality: Rincon Mountains, Pima Co., Arizona
Identification notes
Det. Bruce Tilden, 2024
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Methiini
- Genus
- Methia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ - Map , uncommon
Seasonal Activity
June (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: reared from girdled branches of mesquite ( Prosopis ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Methia arizonica Schaeffer 1908
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Methia arizonica. 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 Methia arizonica (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brady Richards; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Methia arizonica
What is Methia arizonica?
Methia arizonica is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Methia arizonica?
4.5-8.5 mm (BG data)
How do you identify Methia arizonica?
Det. Bruce Tilden, 2024
Where is Methia arizonica found?
Range: AZ - Map , uncommon
What does Methia arizonica eat?
The diet of the Methia arizonica includes reared from girdled branches of mesquite ( Prosopis ) ( 4 ).
When is Methia arizonica active?
Methia arizonica: seasonal activity - June (BG data).