Percolaspis

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Chrysomeloidea
Family: Chrysomelidae
Subfamily: Eumolpinae
Tribe: Eumolpini
Genus: Percolaspis

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Percolaspis: //pɛrkoʊˈlæspɪs//

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Summary

Percolaspis is a small genus of leaf beetles associated with specific plant families in the Neotropical region, with notable pest species affecting agriculture in Brazil.

Habitat

Neotropical region; associated with Fabaceae and Rubiaceae plants.

Distribution

South America, Central America, and southern Florida, United States.

Diet

Feeding on plants in the families Rubiaceae and Fabaceae; noted as pests on Theobroma cacao and various crops.

Economic Impact

Percolaspis ornata is an important pest of Theobroma cacao (cocoa) in Brazil and has been reported to damage soybean, corn, and cotton crops.