Anomoea flavokansiensis
Moldenke, 1970
Anomoea flavokansiensis is a case-bearing leaf beetle (Chrysomelidae) described by Moldenke in 1970. It is known from North America and has been studied as a herbivore of the legume Desmanthus illinoensis, where high densities can potentially reduce seed yield. Research has examined its and the effects of agricultural on its .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anomoea flavokansiensis: /ˌænəˈmiːə ˌfleɪvoʊˌkænˈsiːɛnsɪs/
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Habitat
Agricultural and natural systems supporting its plant Desmanthus illinoensis, including and plantings. The has been studied in grain agriculture contexts.
Distribution
North America. Specific records include experimental agricultural sites in the central United States where studies were conducted from 1991–1995.
Seasonality
are active from mid-June to early August, feeding on young leaves and inflorescences of the plant.
Diet
Feeds on young leaves and inflorescences of Desmanthus illinoensis, a North American legume in the Mimosaceae .
Host Associations
- Desmanthus illinoensis - primary plantFeeds on leaves and inflorescences; high densities can reduce seed yield
Ecological Role
Herbivore on Desmanthus illinoensis. is affected by plant diversity, with lower densities typically observed in compared to systems.
Human Relevance
Considered a potential agricultural pest in grain agriculture systems, where high densities may reduce seed yield of Desmanthus illinoensis. Management through with non- shows promise for reducing without .
More Details
Population Dynamics
varies significantly between years. In a 1991–1995 study, densities were generally low (<1 per plant) for the first three years, but peaked at 15–25 insects per plant in the fourth year at two study sites.
Agricultural Management
systems incorporating Tripsacum dactyloides and Leymus racemosus with Desmanthus illinoensis showed reduced compared to , suggesting potential for managing this herbivore through diverse grain cropping systems.