Mordellistena rubrifascia
This record describes Mordellistena rubrifascia (species). Recorded family: Mordellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
ridges 2,3,2 This species is readily distinguished from the other species most nearly allied to M. aspersa by the filiform antennae, the color of the head (rufo-testaceous) and four basal segments of antennae, maxillary palpi, anterior legs, femora and tibiae of middle legs more or less testaceous (female with middle legs black and antennae testaceous throughout)
Identification notes
ridges 2,3,2
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Mordellidae (Tumbling Flower Beetles)
- Tribe
- Mordellistenini
- Genus
- Mordellistena
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
IL-OH, TX ,
Seasonal Activity
May-July ,
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Mordellistena rubrifascia. 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 Mordellistena rubrifascia (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Moyer; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Mordellistena rubrifascia
What is Mordellistena rubrifascia?
Mordellistena rubrifascia is a species in the family Mordellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Mordellistena rubrifascia?
to apices of elytra, 3 mm; to tip of anal style, 3.5-3.75 mm
How do you identify Mordellistena rubrifascia?
ridges 2,3,2
Where is Mordellistena rubrifascia found?
Range: IL-OH, TX ,
When is Mordellistena rubrifascia active?
Mordellistena rubrifascia: seasonal activity - May-July ,.