Oxacis trirossi
This record describes Oxacis trirossi (species). Recorded family: Oedemeridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Thorax narrower in front, length to width ratio 5:4; surface of thorax swollen between punctures; prothorax immaculate or with a central stripe only ( 3 ) Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Oedemeridae (False Blister Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Oedemerinae
- Tribe
- Asclerini
- Genus
- Oxacis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Riparian habitats ( 3 )
Geographic Range
AZ to e. TX, to c.FL, strays to SD & IN / Mex. - Map ( 4 ) ( 3 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) , most GBIF records AZ, and w. to s. TX along the Rio Grande
Diet and Behavior
Life History
apparently asso. w/ willow and cottonwood flowers ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Oxacis trirossi Arnett 1964
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Oxacis trirossi. 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 Oxacis trirossi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Oxacis trirossi
What is Oxacis trirossi?
Oxacis trirossi is a species in the family Oedemeridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Oxacis trirossi?
7.0-9.5 mm
How do you identify Oxacis trirossi?
Thorax narrower in front, length to width ratio 5:4; surface of thorax swollen between punctures; prothorax immaculate or with a central stripe only ( 3 ) Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Where is Oxacis trirossi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Riparian habitats ( 3 ) |
| Range | AZ to e. TX, to c.FL, strays to SD & IN / Mex. - Map ( 4 ) ( 3 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) , most GBIF records AZ, and w. to s. TX along the Rio Grande |
What is the life cycle of a Oxacis trirossi?
apparently asso. w/ willow and cottonwood flowers ( 3 )