Trichaltica tibialis
This record describes Trichaltica tibialis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Trichaltica tibialis is a species of flea beetle in the family Chrysomelidae.
Wikipedia reference for Trichaltica tibialis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trichaltica_tibialis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Trichaltica
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ & Mexico
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Fraxinus (Oleaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Trichaltica tibialis (Jacoby 1892)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Trichaltica tibialis. 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 Trichaltica tibialis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Trichaltica tibialis
What is Trichaltica tibialis?
Trichaltica tibialis is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Trichaltica tibialis found?
Range: AZ & Mexico
What does Trichaltica tibialis eat?
The diet of the Trichaltica tibialis includes host: Fraxinus (Oleaceae).