Psyrassa castanea
This record describes Psyrassa castanea (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Det. D. Heffern, 2009
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Elaphidiini
- Genus
- Psyrassa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s. TX / e. Mex. - Map ( 3 ) At least as far north as Lake Corpus Christi State Park ( 4 )
Seasonal Activity
May to August in s. TX ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
beat from Acacia , Celtis and Fraxinus ( 5 ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Psyrassa castanea Bates 1880
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Psyrassa castanea. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psyrassa castanea
How big is Psyrassa castanea?
12 mm (Schaeffer 1905)
How do you identify Psyrassa castanea?
Det. D. Heffern, 2009
Where is Psyrassa castanea found?
Range: s. TX / e. Mex. - Map ( 3 ) At least as far north as Lake Corpus Christi State Park ( 4 )
When is Psyrassa castanea active?
Psyrassa castanea: seasonal activity - May to August in s. TX ( 4 ).
What is the life cycle of a Psyrassa castanea?
beat from Acacia , Celtis and Fraxinus ( 5 ) ( 4 )