Neoharmonia marginalis
This record describes Neoharmonia marginalis (species). Recorded family: Coccinellidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
full A tray of spmns, all from Mexico, in the TAMUIC
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Coccinelloidea
- Family
- Coccinellidae (Lady Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Coccinellinae
- Genus
- Neoharmonia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mostly found in mountainous regions
Geographic Range
s. TX / Mex. to C. Amer., common in ne Mex, two historical Texas spmns
Seasonal Activity
Jan-Jul in ne Mex. (Tamps to Coah.) (per spmns in the TAMUIC)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Neoharmonia marginalis. 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 Neoharmonia marginalis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Neoharmonia marginalis
What is Neoharmonia marginalis?
Neoharmonia marginalis is a species in the family Coccinellidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Neoharmonia marginalis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mostly found in mountainous regions |
| Range | s. TX / Mex. to C. Amer., common in ne Mex, two historical Texas spmns |
When is Neoharmonia marginalis active?
Neoharmonia marginalis: seasonal activity - Jan-Jul in ne Mex. (Tamps to Coah.) (per spmns in the TAMUIC).