Red-headed Systena
Systena frontalis
This record describes Systena frontalis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
in S. hudsonias antennomeres 3‒6 are pale brown Det. M. A. Quinn, 2021
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Systena
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.NA (NS‒FL to MB‒TX) - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: polyphagous ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Systena frontalis (Fabricius 1801)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Systena frontalis. 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 Red-headed Systena (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Red-headed Systena
What is Red-headed Systena?
Red-headed Systena (Systena frontalis) is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Red-headed Systena?
in S. hudsonias antennomeres 3‒6 are pale brown Det. M. A. Quinn, 2021
Where is Red-headed Systena found?
Range: e.NA (NS‒FL to MB‒TX) - Map
What does Red-headed Systena eat?
The diet of the Red-headed Systena includes polyphagous ( 3 ).