Pachybrachis conformis 0
Pachybrachis conformis
This record describes Pachybrachis conformis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
easily recognized by the three pronotal vittae
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
scrub habitat and sandhill xeric oak hammock
Geographic Range
endemic to c.FL
Seasonal Activity
mostly Apr-Aug
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts on Feay's prairie clover ( Dalea feayi , Fabaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pachybrachis conformis Suffrian, 1852
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pachybrachis conformis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pachybrachis conformis 0
What is Pachybrachis conformis 0?
Pachybrachis conformis 0 (Pachybrachis conformis) is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pachybrachis conformis 0?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Length | male: 1.50–1.74 mm (mean = 1.67 mm, n = 10) |
| Female | 1.77–1.96 mm (mean = 1.86 mm, n = 10) |
How do you identify Pachybrachis conformis 0?
easily recognized by the three pronotal vittae
Where is Pachybrachis conformis 0 found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | scrub habitat and sandhill xeric oak hammock |
| Range | endemic to c.FL |
What does Pachybrachis conformis 0 eat?
The diet of the Pachybrachis conformis 0 includes hosts on Feay's prairie clover ( Dalea feayi , Fabaceae).
When is Pachybrachis conformis 0 active?
Pachybrachis conformis 0: seasonal activity - mostly Apr-Aug.