Paratyndaris crandalli
This record describes Paratyndaris crandalli (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Paratyndaris crandalli is a species of metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae. It is found in North America.
Wikipedia reference for Paratyndaris crandalli: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paratyndaris_crandalli.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Polycestinae
- Tribe
- Thrincopygini
- Genus
- Paratyndaris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
sw TX - Map . “In addition to Starr Co. , Texas records by Vogt , specimens were taken on dead mesquite branches in Webb Co. , ten miles south of Laredo, Zapata Co. , and northern Frio Co. , Texas, May 20-22 by D.J. and J.N. Knull.” Note, these records are now all over 70yrs old. One more recent, 1992, record from Dimmit Co. (BG data).
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults on Texas Kidneywood - Eysenhardtia texana , and on mesquite - Prosopis glandulosa ( 4 )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Paratyndaris crandalli. 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 Paratyndaris crandalli (4)
Photo credits: (c) Mike Quinn, San Marcos, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Mike Quinn, San Marcos | (c) jrod1986, all rights reserved, uploaded by jrod1986 | (c) joshuabasham, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) | Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Joel DuBois
Frequently Asked Questions About Paratyndaris crandalli
What is Paratyndaris crandalli?
Paratyndaris crandalli is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Paratyndaris crandalli?
8.5-10 mm
Where is Paratyndaris crandalli found?
Range: sw TX - Map . In addition to Starr Co. , Texas records by Vogt , specimens were taken on dead mesquite branches in Webb Co. , ten miles south of Laredo, Zapata Co. , and northern Frio Co. , Texas, May 20-22 by D.J. and J.N. Knull. Note, these records are now all over 70yrs old. One more recent, 1992, record from Dimmit Co. (BG data).
What does Paratyndaris crandalli eat?
The diet of the Paratyndaris crandalli includes Adults on Texas Kidneywood - Eysenhardtia texana , and on mesquite - Prosopis glandulosa ( 4 ).