Pachybrachis bloxham
This record describes Pachybrachis bloxham (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
intact lateral line (plus location) most diagnostic feature PARATYPE Only 15 specimens were conclusively determined by Riley and Barney as P. bloxham
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptocephalinae
- Tribe
- Cryptocephalini
- Genus
- Pachybrachis (Scriptured Leaf Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
both known localities described as a mesic pineland and an open boggy field
Geographic Range
all known records from a small area of the Florida panhandle Leon Co., Bloxham, hwy. 20, Liberty Co., 2 mi N Sumatra. plus two records from Franklin Co., FL
Diet and Behavior
Diet: No known plant associations , one record of an adult on hairy laurel ( Kalmia hirsuta , Ericaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pachybrachis bloxham Riley and Barney, 2015
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pachybrachis bloxham. 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 Pachybrachis bloxham (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pachybrachis bloxham
What is Pachybrachis bloxham?
Pachybrachis bloxham is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pachybrachis bloxham?
Length 2.4–3.1 mm
How do you identify Pachybrachis bloxham?
intact lateral line (plus location) most diagnostic feature PARATYPE
Where is Pachybrachis bloxham found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | both known localities described as a mesic pineland and an open boggy field |
| Range | all known records from a small area of the Florida panhandle Leon Co., Bloxham, hwy. 20, Liberty Co., 2 mi N Sumatra. plus two records from Franklin Co., FL |
What does Pachybrachis bloxham eat?
The diet of the Pachybrachis bloxham includes No known plant associations , one record of an adult on hairy laurel ( Kalmia hirsuta , Ericaceae).