Buprestidae

(jewel beetles)

Original illustrated atlases for beetle ID.  The Buprestidae is one of the most remarkable and diverse groups of beetles found throughout the world. These beetles are particularly interesting because of their attractive colouration and shiny surface of the trunk, which has earned them the nickname "jewel beetles". Their bodies are often covered in various shades of green, blue, red and gold, allowing them to blend in perfectly with their surroundings. Buprestidae is a large family with over 15,000 described species divided into several subfamilies. Although found all over the world, the greatest diversity of these beetles can be found in tropical regions.

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Jewel Beetles of the World

Jewel Beetles of the World is a unique guide to the wonderful world of beetles, showcasing their amazing colours, unique shapes and fascinating behaviours. A total of 504 species and subspecies in 111 genera of the superfamily Buprestoidea are published. Whether you are an insect enthusiast or just appreciate the beauty of nature, this book is not to be missed in your collection. Jewel Beetles of the World  ISBN: 978-80-907980-2-1 Author: Vladimir Strunc Insect-Books

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    Superfamily Buprestoidea Leach, 1815

    Family Schizopodidae J.L. LeConte, 1859
    Family Buprestidae Leach, 1815
    Subfamily Julodinae Lacordaire, 1857
    Subfamily Polycestinae Lacordaire, 1857

    Tribe Acmaeoderini Kerremans, 1893
    Tribe Astraeini Cobos, 1980

    • Tribe Bulini Bellamy, 1995
    • Tribe Haplostethini J.L. LeConte, 1861
    • Tribe Paratracheini Cobos, 1980
    • Tribe Perucolini Cobos, 1980
    • Tribe Polycestini Lacordaire, 1857
    • Tribe Polyctesini Cobos, 1955
    • Tribe Prospherini Cobos, 1980
    • Tribe Ptosimini Kerremans, 1903
    • Tribe Thrincopygini J.L. LeConte, 1861
    • Tribe Tyndaridini Cobos, 1955
    • Tribe Xyroscelidini Cobos, 1955
    Subfamily Galbellinae Reitter, 1911
    Subfamily Chrysochroinae Laporte, 1835
    • Tribe Chrysochroini Laporte, 1835
    • Tribe Dicercini Gistel, 1848
    • Tribe Evidini Tôyama, 1987
    • Tribe Paraleptodemini Cobos, 1975
    • Tribe Paratassini Bílý & Volkovitsh, 1996
    • Tribe Poecilonotini Jakobson, 1913
    • Tribe Sphenopterini Lacordaire, 1857
    • Tribe Vadonaxiini Descarpentries, 1970
    Subfamily Buprestinae Leach, 1815
    • Tribe Actenodini Gistel, 1848
    • Tribe Anthaxiini Gory & Laporte, 1839
    • Tribe Bubastini Obenberger, 1920
    • Tribe Buprestini Leach, 1815
    • Tribe Chrysobothrini Gory & Laporte, 1836
    • Tribe Coomaniellini Bílý, 1974
    • Tribe Curidini Holyński, 1988
    • Tribe Epistomentini Levey, 1978
    • Tribe Exagistini Tôyama, 1987
    • Tribe Glaphyropterini Pongrácz, 1935†
    • Tribe Julodimorphini Kerremans, 1903
    • Tribe Kisanthobiini Richter, 1949
    • Tribe Maoraxiini Holyński, 1984
    • Tribe Melanophilini Bedel, 1921
    • Tribe Melobasini Bílý, 2000
    • Tribe Mendizabaliini Cobos, 1968
    • Tribe Nascionini Holyński, 1988
    • Tribe Phrixiini Cobos, 1975
    • Tribe Pterobothrini Volkovitsh, 2001
    • Tribe Stigmoderini Lacordaire, 1857
    • Tribe Thomassetiini Bellamy, 1987
    • Tribe Trigonogeniini Cobos, 1956
    • Tribe Xenorhipidini Cobos, 1986
    Subfamily Agrilinae Laporte, 1835
    • Tribe Agrilini Laporte, 1835
    • Tribe Aphanisticini Jacquelin du Val, 1859
    • Tribe Coraebini Bedel, 1921
    • Tribe Tracheini Laporte, 1835

    Life cycle of the Buprestidae

    Similar to other beetle species, jewel beetles experience complete metamorphosis, which includes four distinct life stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Typically, female buprestid beetles lay their eggs on the host tree, specifically in the grooves of the bark. Upon hatching, the larvae quickly burrow into the tree.

    One of the characteristic features of wood-boring beetles is their larval stage. The larvae of these beetles live inside the wood of plants and trees and feed on woody material. Depending on the species, the larvae can attack both living trees and dead plant parts.

    Adult beetles feed on nectar, pollen and plant leaves. Their activity is highest during the warm summer months when they can be observed mating and laying eggs in suitable host plants. The females have developed a so-called ovipositor, which they use to deposit their eggs in cracks in the bark of trees. Scientists study them from many different angles. One of them is studying their fascinating behaviour and life cycle. The other is to analyse the chemicals in the beetles' bodies that help them survive in their hostile environment full of predators and parasites.

    Jewel beetles

    The study of these beetles can provide valuable information about the ecology, evolution and conservation of our planet's biodiversity. These beetles are often associated with forests, as many species are found in deciduous and coniferous forests. Some species also live on savannas, steppes and deserts. Buprestids are usually active during the day and look for flowers on which to collect nectar.

    Buprestidae are also popular objects of collecting. Many people collect these beautiful beetles for their aesthetic appearance and collectible value. However, due to forest loss and habitat degradation, some species are becoming endangered.

    Buprestid beetles, commonly known as jewel beetles, are prized for their iridescent colors and are often used in beetle jewelry. The use of insects in jewelry, particularly jewel beetle jewelry, has a long history, including insects in amber jewelry and vintage insect jewelry from different eras.

    Victorian insect jewellery, also known as Victorian bug jewelry, was especially popular, with real insect jewellery crafted into intricate designs. Today, beetle jewelry live trends showcase unique styles, such as purple jewel beetle and golden jewel beetle pieces.

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    Jewel beetle larvae play a key role in their life cycle, and many vintage jewelry display ideas feature beetles in creative designs. The Victorian era jewelry characteristics include elaborate settings, often incorporating nature-inspired elements, including jewel beetles.

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    Golden buprestid and golden buprestid beetle specimens are particularly stunning, as are jewel beetle wings in different colors. The green jewel beetle, rainbow jewel beetle, and jewel beetles Australia species showcase the diversity of these insects.

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    Jewel beetle art captures the beetle's striking features, and entomologists study species like the Buprestis beetle. The unique jewel beetle paint shines in the sunlight, and some people even associate the beetle with jewel beetle sonic symbolism.

    Experts use buprestidae identification techniques to differentiate species and determine whether jewel beetles are harmful to humans. The buprestidae family includes many jewel beetles, with buprestid beetle and buprestidae beetles being common terms for these insects.

    Jewel beetle species include jeweled beetles from various regions, and buprestid larvae play a crucial role in their ecosystem. Studying the buprestidae larvae and buprestidae life cycle provides insight into their development.

    The blue jewel beetle is a rare variety among the types of jewel beetles. People often wonder about jewel bug price and whether these insects are suitable for collections.

    Understanding the buprestidae characteristics helps in determining the jewel beetle diet and habitat. Some people are curious about jewel beetle jewellery, while others simply ask, "What is a jewel beetle?"

    Jewel beetle habitat varies worldwide, from the buprestidae habitat in forests to urban areas. Some jewel beetle UK species are found in local ecosystems, and the green jewel beetle scientific name is studied in entomology.

    The Indian jewel beetle scientific name is another important classification, and questions arise like, "Are jewel beetles edible?" and "Are jewel beetles harmful?"

    One common inquiry is, "How long do jewel beetles live?" The answer depends on species and environmental factors. Different varieties exist, such as jewel beetles of Taiwan and jewel beetles of the world.

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    Illustrations like a jewel beetle diagram showcase their anatomy. People often ask, "Where are jewel beetles found?" and "Are jewel beetles for sale?"

    The classification of these insects includes jewel beetle order and details on what jewel beetles eat.