Taphrocerus albodistinctus
This record describes Taphrocerus albodistinctus (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. S. G. Wellso Type Locality: Lake City, FL
Identification notes
Det. S. G. Wellso
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Agrilinae
- Tribe
- Tracheini
- Genus
- Taphrocerus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
LA-FL-GA , + TX , numerous records from upper TX coast - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host(s): unk.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Taphrocerus albodistinctus Knull 1954
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Taphrocerus albodistinctus. 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 Taphrocerus albodistinctus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Taphrocerus albodistinctus
What is Taphrocerus albodistinctus?
Taphrocerus albodistinctus is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Taphrocerus albodistinctus?
Det. S. G. Wellso
Where is Taphrocerus albodistinctus found?
Range: LA-FL-GA , + TX , numerous records from upper TX coast - Map
What does Taphrocerus albodistinctus eat?
The diet of the Taphrocerus albodistinctus includes Host(s): unk..