Stator subaeneus
This record describes Stator subaeneus (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
easily separated from other U.S. Stator by the eyes being contiguous with the vertex and sides of the head. Type Locality: Brownsville, Cameron Co., Texas
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bruchinae
- Tribe
- Bruchini
- Genus
- Stator (Seed Beetle)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s. TX / Mex. - Map ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Huisache ( Vachellia (=Acacia) farnesiana , Fabaceae)
Life History
Stator subaeneus is a member of the "scattered seed guild" (Johnson 1984)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Stator subaeneus. 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 Stator subaeneus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Stator subaeneus
What is Stator subaeneus?
Stator subaeneus is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Stator subaeneus?
Body length 2.4–2.8 mm
How do you identify Stator subaeneus?
easily separated from other U.S. Stator by the eyes being contiguous with the vertex and sides of the head.
Where is Stator subaeneus found?
Range: s. TX / Mex. - Map ( 3 )
What does Stator subaeneus eat?
The diet of the Stator subaeneus includes Huisache ( Vachellia (=Acacia) farnesiana , Fabaceae).
What is the life cycle of a Stator subaeneus?
Stator subaeneus is a member of the scattered seed guild (Johnson 1984)