Sennius medialis
This record describes Sennius medialis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
most closely resembles S. abbreviatus , which has the hind legs black, not red
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bruchinae
- Tribe
- Bruchini
- Genus
- Sennius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to Guatemala - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Sennius medialis (Sharp 1885)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Sennius medialis. 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 Sennius medialis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tyler Hedlund; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Sennius medialis
What is Sennius medialis?
Sennius medialis is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Sennius medialis?
1.6–2.4 mm
How do you identify Sennius medialis?
most closely resembles S. abbreviatus , which has the hind legs black, not red
Where is Sennius medialis found?
Range: AZ to Guatemala - Map