Tritoma humeralis
This record describes Tritoma humeralis (species). Recorded family: Erotylidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
similar to T. biguttata but venter dark except tip of abdomen. The reddish humeral spots are also described to be farther apart than T. biguttata in (Boyle, 1956). The body is also elongate-oval, slightly pointed posteriorly.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cucujoidea
- Family
- Erotylidae (Pleasing Fungus Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Erotylinae
- Tribe
- Tritomini
- Genus
- Tritoma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e NA (NB-GA-AL to ON-MN-NE-AR)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tritoma humeralis. 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 Tritoma humeralis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cotinis , Bbarnd , v belov , Arturo Santos
Frequently Asked Questions About Tritoma humeralis
What is Tritoma humeralis?
Tritoma humeralis is a species in the family Erotylidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tritoma humeralis?
2.1-4.2 mm
How do you identify Tritoma humeralis?
similar to T. biguttata but venter dark except tip of abdomen. The reddish humeral spots are also described to be farther apart than T. biguttata in (Boyle, 1956). The body is also elongate-oval, slightly pointed posteriorly.
Where is Tritoma humeralis found?
Range: e NA (NB-GA-AL to ON-MN-NE-AR)