Pachybrachis lodingi
This record describes Pachybrachis lodingi (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
the short vertical narrow basal mid-pronotal line appears to be a pretty consistent character Type Series: Two males, Spring Hill, three females, Grand Bay, Alabama, three North Carolina, one Florida. Type coll., Bowditch. Sent me by Mr. Loding with other species.
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
Geographic Range
mostly coastal e. US (AL-c.FL-NC, OH-PA) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Seasonal Activity
most records: Jun-Jul
Diet and Behavior
Life History
collected from Ambrosia (Asteraceae), and two spmns labeled from Florida in asso. w/ Quercus (Fagaceae). series observed on Coastal dogfennel ( Eupatorium compositifolium , Asteraceae) in c. NC
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pachybrachis lodingi. 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 lodingi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pachybrachis lodingi
What is Pachybrachis lodingi?
Pachybrachis lodingi is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pachybrachis lodingi?
Ave. length 2.7 mm
How do you identify Pachybrachis lodingi?
the short vertical narrow basal mid-pronotal line appears to be a pretty consistent character
Where is Pachybrachis lodingi found?
Range: mostly coastal e. US (AL-c.FL-NC, OH-PA) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
When is Pachybrachis lodingi active?
Pachybrachis lodingi: seasonal activity - most records: Jun-Jul.
What is the life cycle of a Pachybrachis lodingi?
collected from Ambrosia (Asteraceae), and two spmns labeled from Florida in asso. w/ Quercus (Fagaceae). series observed on Coastal dogfennel ( Eupatorium compositifolium , Asteraceae) in c. NC