Exema
Exema
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Chrysomeloidea
- Family: Chrysomelidae
- Subfamily: Cryptocephalinae
- Tribe: Fulcidacini
- Genus: Exema
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Exema: /ɛkˈsɛ.ma/
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Summary
Exema is a genus of leaf beetles in the tribe Fulcidacini, with 9 species observed in North America and noted for their association with Asteraceae plants.
Physical Characteristics
Size ranges from 2 to 3.5 mm.
Identification Tips
Identification can be aided by reference to a key specific to species in North America.
Habitat
Primarily associated with plants in the Asteraceae family.
Distribution
Exema is found worldwide, with 9 documented species in North America.
Diet
As leaf beetles, they primarily feed on the leaves of Asteraceae plants.
Life Cycle
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Reproduction
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Predators
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Conservation Status
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Ecosystem Role
Leaf beetles like Exema play a role in their ecosystems as herbivores and as a food source for various predators.
Economic Impact
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Cultural Significance
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Health Concerns
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Evolution
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Misconceptions
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Tags
- insects
- beetles
- leaf beetles
- Exema
- chrysomelidae