Spintherophyta globosa
This record describes Spintherophyta globosa (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2015 apparently does not come to lights nor to flowers, hence few records on iNaturalist ( 6 )
Identification notes
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2015
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Eumolpinae
- Tribe
- Eumolpini
- Genus
- Spintherophyta
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (NM-GA-ME-MT) - Map , mostly sw. MO to Rio Grande
Seasonal Activity
mid-Mar-Apr in c. TX ( 4 ) , as late as Sept. further n. (BG Data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Polyphagous ( 5 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: globosa (L). 'a ball, globe'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Spintherophyta globosa. 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 Spintherophyta globosa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chuck Entz; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Spintherophyta globosa
What is Spintherophyta globosa?
Spintherophyta globosa is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Spintherophyta globosa?
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2015
Where is Spintherophyta globosa found?
Range: e. US (NM-GA-ME-MT) - Map , mostly sw. MO to Rio Grande
What does Spintherophyta globosa eat?
The diet of the Spintherophyta globosa includes Polyphagous ( 5 ).
When is Spintherophyta globosa active?
Spintherophyta globosa: seasonal activity - mid-Mar-Apr in c. TX ( 4 ) , as late as Sept. further n. (BG Data).