Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae
This record describes Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Holotypes ♂, ♀ collected Pinos Atos, Chihuahua, Mexico in (BMNH) British Museum Natural History, London, UK.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Orthochoriolaus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On flowers of Melilotus alba at the Southwestern Research Station, July 9 to August 13; on mullein, 2 miles north of Southwestern Research Station, July 15 to August 2; also on flowers of thimbleberry at Onion Flat, July 29. ( 3 )
Geographic Range
AZ / Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Aug ( 3 ) (BG data)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae. 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 Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Maury J. Heiman; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae
What is Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae?
Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | On flowers of Melilotus alba at the Southwestern Research Station, July 9 to August 13; on mullein, 2 miles north of Southwestern Research Station, July 15 to August 2; also on flowers of thimbleberry at Onion Flat, July 29. ( 3 ) |
| Range | AZ / Mex. - Map |
When is Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae active?
Orthochoriolaus chihuahuae: seasonal activity - Jun-Aug ( 3 ) (BG data).