Phaenops aeneola
This record describes Phaenops aeneola (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Phaenops aeneola is a species of metallic wood-boring beetle in the family Buprestidae. It is found in North America.
Wikipedia reference for Phaenops aeneola: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phaenops aeneola.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Buprestinae
- Tribe
- Melanophilini
- Genus
- Phaenops
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US, e. Ont. (TX-FL-ME-WI / adj. Can.) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in Pinus spp.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: aene (L). 'bronze-colored'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Phaenops aeneola. 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 Phaenops aeneola (5)
Photo credits: (c) Kyle Rossner, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Kyle Rossner | no rights reserved, uploaded by Dennis White | no rights reserved, uploaded by Nick Bédard | (c) Mike Quinn, San Marcos, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Mike Quinn, San Marcos | Contributed by Joshua P. Basham; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phaenops aeneola
What is Phaenops aeneola?
Phaenops aeneola is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Phaenops aeneola found?
Range: e. US, e. Ont. (TX-FL-ME-WI / adj. Can.) - Map
What does Phaenops aeneola eat?
The diet of the Phaenops aeneola includes Larvae in Pinus spp..