Saxinis omogera
This record describes Saxinis omogera (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Saxinis omogera is a species in the family Chrysomelidae (leaf beetles), in the order Coleoptera (beetles). The distribution range of Saxinis omogera includes Central America and North America.
Identification notes
The combination of dense pronotal punctation and small oval epaulet plus range key out to this species. … John R. Watts, 8 July, 2008 Det. S. M. Clark, 2013
Wikipedia reference for Saxinis omogera: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saxinis omogera.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptocephalinae
- Tribe
- Clytrini
- Genus
- Saxinis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US to AZ (AZ-GA-NY-SD) - Map , common sc US
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Saxinis omogera Lacordaire 1848
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Saxinis omogera. 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 Saxinis omogera (9)
Photo credits: (c) Tom Murray, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Tom Murray | (c) Owen Ridgen, all rights reserved, uploaded by Owen Ridgen | (c) thesoulflowers, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC) | Contributed by john and jane balaban; Additional contributions by Hartmut Wisch , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Saxinis omogera
What is Saxinis omogera?
Saxinis omogera is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Saxinis omogera?
The combination of dense pronotal punctation and small oval epaulet plus range key out to this species. … John R. Watts, 8 July, 2008 Det. S. M. Clark, 2013
Where is Saxinis omogera found?
Range: e US to AZ (AZ-GA-NY-SD) - Map , common sc US