Microrhopala rileyi 0
Microrhopala rileyi
This record describes Microrhopala rileyi (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Microrhopala rileyi is a species of beetle of the family Chrysomelidae. It is found in the United States (Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Oklahoma).
Wikipedia reference for Microrhopala rileyi: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microrhopala rileyi.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cassidinae
- Tribe
- Chalepini
- Genus
- Microrhopala
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Larval host: Helianthus sp. (Asteraceae)
Geographic Range
KY‒IL‒MO‒AR‒OK
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Microrhopala rileyi Clark 1983
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Microrhopala rileyi. 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 Microrhopala rileyi 0 (4)
Photo credits: (c) Thomas Shahan, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Thomas Shahan | (c) Gokey, all rights reserved, uploaded by Gokey | (c) Bill Carrell, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC-ND), uploaded by Bill Carrell | Contributed by Russell Rogers; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Microrhopala rileyi 0
What is Microrhopala rileyi 0?
Microrhopala rileyi 0 (Microrhopala rileyi) is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Microrhopala rileyi 0?
4.1‒5.8 mm
Where is Microrhopala rileyi 0 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Larval host: Helianthus sp. (Asteraceae) |
| Range | KY‒IL‒MO‒AR‒OK |