Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US (TX-FL-NY-IN) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: marsh elder ( Iva spp., Asteraceae), including I. annua and I. frutescens ( 3 )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ophraella notulata. 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.
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Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle
What is Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle?
Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle (Ophraella notulata) is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle?
Det. E. G. Riley, 2012
Where is Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle found?
Range: e US (TX-FL-NY-IN) - Map
What does Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle eat?
The diet of the Marsh Elder Leaf Beetle includes marsh elder ( Iva spp., Asteraceae), including I. annua and I. frutescens ( 3 ).
