Phyllobrotica antennata
This record describes Phyllobrotica antennata (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Last key couplet: Antennae of male with basal segment [scape] strongly inflated, apical three segments yellow Syntype - female, so lacking the male diagnostic ant. charaters Syntype Locality: Chestoa, Unicoi County, Tennessee
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Luperini
- Genus
- Phyllobrotica
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.TN
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host unk. ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phyllobrotica antennata Schaeffer, 1932
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Phyllobrotica antennata. 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 Phyllobrotica antennata (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phyllobrotica antennata
What is Phyllobrotica antennata?
Phyllobrotica antennata is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Phyllobrotica antennata?
6 mm long
How do you identify Phyllobrotica antennata?
Last key couplet: Antennae of male with basal segment [scape] strongly inflated, apical three segments yellow Syntype - female, so lacking the male diagnostic ant. charaters
Where is Phyllobrotica antennata found?
Range: e.TN
What does Phyllobrotica antennata eat?
The diet of the Phyllobrotica antennata includes host unk. ( 3 ).