Tetraonyx fulva
This record describes Tetraonyx fulva (species). Recorded family: Meloidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Front of head and part of tibiae pale. Dorsal surface only moderately densely punctured Det. E. G. Riley, 2004
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Meloidae (Blister Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Nemognathinae
- Tribe
- Nemognathini
- Genus
- Tetraonyx
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to w. TX / c. Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Oct
Diet and Behavior
Life History
sometimes common on blossoms of globemallow ( Sphaeralcea , Malvaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tetraonyx fulva LeConte 1853
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tetraonyx fulva. 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 Tetraonyx fulva (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Tetraonyx fulva
What is Tetraonyx fulva?
Tetraonyx fulva is a species in the family Meloidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tetraonyx fulva?
8-13 mm
How do you identify Tetraonyx fulva?
Front of head and part of tibiae pale. Dorsal surface only moderately densely punctured Det. E. G. Riley, 2004
Where is Tetraonyx fulva found?
Range: AZ to w. TX / c. Mex. - Map
When is Tetraonyx fulva active?
Tetraonyx fulva: seasonal activity - Apr-Oct.
What is the life cycle of a Tetraonyx fulva?
sometimes common on blossoms of globemallow ( Sphaeralcea , Malvaceae)