Plateumaris metallica
This record describes Plateumaris metallica (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Pronotum | Pronotum either side of midline swollen and more or less shiny, less punctate, and with anterolateral calli shiny but more or less obsolete and poorly defined. |
| Legs | Legs, except apex of femora, reddish, antennomeres of most specimens rufous basally, dark apically; male metafemur with small to moderate acute tooth, female metafemoral tooth minute to absent |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Donaciinae
- Tribe
- Plateumarini
- Genus
- Plateumaris
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (NS‒FL to MN‒MO)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Plateumaris metallica (Ahrens 1810)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Plateumaris metallica. 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 Plateumaris metallica (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , Ingolf
Frequently Asked Questions About Plateumaris metallica
What is Plateumaris metallica?
Plateumaris metallica is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Plateumaris metallica?
6.6‒8.6 mm
How do you identify Plateumaris metallica?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Pronotum | Pronotum either side of midline swollen and more or less shiny, less punctate, and with anterolateral calli shiny but more or less obsolete and poorly defined. |
| Legs | Legs, except apex of femora, reddish, antennomeres of most specimens rufous basally, dark apically; male metafemur with small to moderate acute tooth, female metafemoral tooth minute to absent |
Where is Plateumaris metallica found?
Range: e.NA (NS‒FL to MN‒MO)