Squamanotoxus balsasensis
This record describes Squamanotoxus balsasensis (species). Recorded family: Anthicidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
last key couplet: Humeral pale area extending along lateral margins of elytra
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Anthicidae (Antlike Flower Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Notoxinae
- Genus
- Squamanotoxus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
coastal sand plains
Geographic Range
coastal so. TX to Nicaragua - Map
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Squamanotoxus balsasensis. 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 Squamanotoxus balsasensis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Squamanotoxus balsasensis
What is Squamanotoxus balsasensis?
Squamanotoxus balsasensis is a species in the family Anthicidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Squamanotoxus balsasensis?
last key couplet: Humeral pale area extending along lateral margins of elytra
Where is Squamanotoxus balsasensis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | coastal sand plains |
| Range | coastal so. TX to Nicaragua - Map |