Vrilletta murrayi
This record describes Vrilletta murrayi (species). Recorded family: Ptinidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytral pattern as in V. blaisdelli , but pronotum orange at least in basal 2/3
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Bostrichoidea
- Family
- Ptinidae (Death-watch and Spider Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Xyletininae
- Tribe
- Xyletinini
- Genus
- Vrilletta
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Vrilletta murrayi LeConte 1874
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Vrilletta murrayi. 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 Vrilletta murrayi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Vrilletta murrayi
What is Vrilletta murrayi?
Vrilletta murrayi is a species in the family Ptinidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Vrilletta murrayi?
Elytral pattern as in V. blaisdelli , but pronotum orange at least in basal 2/3
Where is Vrilletta murrayi found?
Range: CA