Pseudoluperus longulus
This record describes Pseudoluperus longulus (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pseudoluperus is a genus of leaf beetles in the family Chrysomelidae. It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Pseudoluperus longulus, which is found in North America.
Identification notes
all black, except antennal base, elytral punctures obsolescent (not sufficient for CA)
Wikipedia reference for Pseudoluperus longulus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pseudoluperus longulus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Luperini
- Genus
- Pseudoluperus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA (north) - WA; NE / WY - CO / UT
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pseudoluperus longulus (LeConte, 1857)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pseudoluperus longulus. 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 Pseudoluperus longulus (2)
Photo credits: (c) John Brew, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by John Brew | Contributed by Boris Büche
Frequently Asked Questions About Pseudoluperus longulus
What is Pseudoluperus longulus?
Pseudoluperus longulus is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pseudoluperus longulus?
3.2 - 4.8 mm
How do you identify Pseudoluperus longulus?
all black, except antennal base, elytral punctures obsolescent (not sufficient for CA)
Where is Pseudoluperus longulus found?
Range: CA (north) - WA; NE / WY - CO / UT