Zabrotes densus
This record describes Zabrotes densus (species). Recorded family: Chrysomelidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The three species- Z. cynthiae, Z. densus , and Z. humboldtae -are found almost entirely within California.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bruchinae
- Tribe
- Amblycerini
- Genus
- Zabrotes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
OR-CA-AZ
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host plants: None recorded
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Zabrotes densus Horn 1885
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Zabrotes densus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Zabrotes densus
What is Zabrotes densus?
Zabrotes densus is a species in the family Chrysomelidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Zabrotes densus?
Body length 1.1–1.7 mm width 0.9–1.3 mm
Where is Zabrotes densus found?
Range: OR-CA-AZ
What does Zabrotes densus eat?
The diet of the Zabrotes densus includes Host plants: None recorded.