Walterianella durangoensis
This record describes Walterianella durangoensis (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. E. G. Riley 2009 A second Walterianella ? This similar species, also found in AZ, has been tried if it is one known from Mexico - unsuccessfully. It probably is undescribed, and has even larger eyes, and wider pronotal margin than W. durangoensis .
Identification notes
Det. E. G. Riley 2009
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Galerucinae
- Tribe
- Alticini
- Genus
- Walterianella
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ / Mex
Seasonal Activity
May-Oct (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
reported from desert willow ( Chilopsis linearis , Bignoniaceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Walterianella durangoensis. 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 Walterianella durangoensis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Walterianella durangoensis
What is Walterianella durangoensis?
Walterianella durangoensis is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Walterianella durangoensis?
Det. E. G. Riley 2009
Where is Walterianella durangoensis found?
Range: AZ / Mex
When is Walterianella durangoensis active?
Walterianella durangoensis: seasonal activity - May-Oct (BG data).
What is the life cycle of a Walterianella durangoensis?
reported from desert willow ( Chilopsis linearis , Bignoniaceae)