Pyrota fasciata
This record describes Pyrota fasciata (species). Recorded family: Meloidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
background color of Pyrota fasciata is [nearly] uniform vs. two toned in Pyrota punctata Det. E.G. Riley, 2004 coll'ed at lights
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Meloidae (Blister Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Meloinae
- Genus
- Pyrota
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
sw. NM to s. TX / ne Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly Apr to Aug
Diet and Behavior
Diet: unk.
Life History
strongly nocturnal
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pyrota fasciata Selander, 1963
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pyrota fasciata. 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 Pyrota fasciata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pyrota fasciata
What is Pyrota fasciata?
Pyrota fasciata is a species in the family Meloidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pyrota fasciata?
10-21 mm (mostly < 15 mm)
How do you identify Pyrota fasciata?
background color of Pyrota fasciata is [nearly] uniform vs. two toned in Pyrota punctata Det. E.G. Riley, 2004
Where is Pyrota fasciata found?
Range: sw. NM to s. TX / ne Mex. - Map
What does Pyrota fasciata eat?
The diet of the Pyrota fasciata includes unk..
When is Pyrota fasciata active?
Pyrota fasciata: seasonal activity - mostly Apr to Aug.
What is the life cycle of a Pyrota fasciata?
strongly nocturnal