Pachybrachis praeclarus
This record describes Pachybrachis praeclarus (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
pale elytral margin Fall considered it to be extremely rare, but Doug LeDoux collected multiple short series from several locations in MO. (spmns now in the TAMUIC.)
Identification notes
pale elytral margin
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
MB to ON, so. to AR
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pachybrachis praeclarus Weise 1913
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pachybrachis praeclarus. 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 praeclarus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pachybrachis praeclarus
What is Pachybrachis praeclarus?
Pachybrachis praeclarus is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pachybrachis praeclarus?
3.5-3.8 mm
How do you identify Pachybrachis praeclarus?
pale elytral margin
Where is Pachybrachis praeclarus found?
Range: MB to ON, so. to AR