Camptosomata
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Anomoea laticlavia
Clay-colored Leaf Beetle, Persimmon Beetle
Anomoea laticlavia is a case-bearing leaf beetle native to central and eastern North America. Adults measure 7–12 mm and display distinctive reddish-brown elytra with a variable-width black suture. The species belongs to the unranked taxon Camptosomata, characterized by larvae that construct portable cases from fecal material and shed skins. Adults feed on leaves of various host plants including legumes, persimmons, oaks, willows, and ragweed, while larvae are subterranean root or litter feeders. Some Florida populations have been recognized as a distinct subspecies.
Cryptocephalini
case-bearing leaf beetles
Cryptocephalini is a tribe of leaf beetles within the subfamily Cryptocephalinae, characterized by case-bearing larvae that construct and carry protective cases. The tribe comprises approximately 987–988 species in the Palaearctic region alone, with substantial diversity in arid and Mediterranean zones. Some species exhibit myrmecophilous associations with ants.
Cryptocephalus
Cryptocephalus is a genus of leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) in the subfamily Cryptocephalinae, belonging to the Camptosomata, a group commonly known as case-bearing leaf beetles. The genus is characterized by larvae that construct protective cases from their own fecal matter. It is a large and widespread genus with numerous species distributed across the Holarctic region, though individual species often have restricted ranges and specialized host plant associations.
Lamprosomatinae
Lamprosomatinae is a small subfamily of leaf beetles within Chrysomelidae, classified among the case-bearing Camptosomata. The subfamily contains 14 extant genera and 3 extinct genera arranged in four tribes: Lamprosomatini, Cachiporrini, Neochlamysini, and Sphaerocharini. Members are distinguished from other Camptosomata by their distinctive body shape.
Neochlamisus
warty leaf beetles
Neochlamisus is a genus of case-bearing leaf beetles in the tribe Fulcidacini, commonly known as warty leaf beetles. Adults measure 3–4 mm and exhibit cryptic coloration resembling caterpillar frass. The genus comprises 17–18 species restricted to North America, including Mexico. These beetles are notable for their elaborate fecal case construction by larvae and have become important model organisms for studying host-associated speciation, particularly in N. bebbianae, which exhibits distinct host forms on different tree species.
Neochlamisus bimaculatus
warty leaf beetle
Neochlamisus bimaculatus is a small case-bearing leaf beetle in the tribe Chlamisini, commonly known as warty leaf beetles. The species is associated with Rubus spp., including blackberry, on which it mates, feeds, and oviposits. Like other members of the Camptosomata, it exhibits remarkable mimicry of caterpillar frass for protection against predators.