Streaked Lady Beetle
Myzia pullata
This record describes Myzia pullata (species). Recorded family: Coccinellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
elytral pattern variable, pronotum dark brown medially, broad lateral border white with a median dark brown spot often connected to median area
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Coccinellidae (Lady Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Coccinellinae
- Genus
- Myzia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA to AB (eTX-GA-LB-AB) - Map (shaded)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Many specimens collected on Catalpa nectaries and persimmon flowers in Arkansas ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Myzia pullata (Say 1826)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Myzia pullata. 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 Streaked Lady Beetle (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , Abigail Parker
Frequently Asked Questions About Streaked Lady Beetle
What is Streaked Lady Beetle?
Streaked Lady Beetle (Myzia pullata) is a species in the family Coccinellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Streaked Lady Beetle?
6.5-8.0 mm
How do you identify Streaked Lady Beetle?
elytral pattern variable, pronotum dark brown medially, broad lateral border white with a median dark brown spot often connected to median area
Where is Streaked Lady Beetle found?
Range: e.NA to AB (eTX-GA-LB-AB) - Map (shaded)
What does Streaked Lady Beetle eat?
The diet of the Streaked Lady Beetle includes Many specimens collected on Catalpa nectaries and persimmon flowers in Arkansas ( 4 ).