Metrioidea brunnea
(Crotch, 1873)
Corn Silk Beetle
Metrioidea brunnea, commonly known as the corn silk , is a skeletonizing leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It is native to North America and feeds on corn silk and foliage. The is recognized as a minor agricultural pest of maize. Limited detailed biological information is available for this species.
Distribution
North America. Specific range details beyond continental presence are not documented.
Diet
Corn silk and maize foliage. The directly references its association with corn silk.
Host Associations
- Zea mays - feeds onCorn silk and foliage
Human Relevance
Minor agricultural pest of maize. The skeletonizes leaves and damages corn silk, potentially reducing crop yield.
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Taxonomic Note
The Metrioidea belongs to the Galerucinae, tribe Luperini. This was described by Crotch in 1873.