Tragidion agave
This record describes Tragidion agave (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Trachyderini
- Genus
- Tragidion
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
desert scrub
Geographic Range
so. CA to Baja, Mex.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: larval hosts: primarily Agave deserti
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tragidion agave Swift & Ray 2008
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tragidion agave. 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 Tragidion agave (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by margarethe brummermann; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tragidion agave
How big is Tragidion agave?
♂ 20.5-28.8 mm, ♀ 20.4-25.7 mm
Where is Tragidion agave found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | desert scrub |
| Range | so. CA to Baja, Mex. |
What does Tragidion agave eat?
The diet of the Tragidion agave includes larval hosts: primarily Agave deserti.