Agrilus corylicola
This record describes Agrilus corylicola (species). Recorded family: Buprestidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Formerly a subspecies of Agrilus arcuatus . Key to subspecies in Infrequently collected
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Buprestoidea
- Family
- Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-boring Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Agrilinae
- Tribe
- Agrilini
- Genus
- Agrilus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CT,FL,IA,IL,IN,MA,MD,ME,MN,MO,NH,NJ,NY,ON,PA,QC,RI
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in Corylus sp.; adults observed on Corylus americana , Corylus cornuta ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agrilus corylicola Fisher, 1928
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agrilus corylicola. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Agrilus corylicola (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Marc DiGirolomo
Frequently Asked Questions About Agrilus corylicola
What is Agrilus corylicola?
Agrilus corylicola is a species in the family Buprestidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Agrilus corylicola?
6-8 mm
How do you identify Agrilus corylicola?
Formerly a subspecies of Agrilus arcuatus . Key to subspecies in
Where is Agrilus corylicola found?
Range: CT,FL,IA,IL,IN,MA,MD,ME,MN,MO,NH,NJ,NY,ON,PA,QC,RI
What does Agrilus corylicola eat?
The diet of the Agrilus corylicola includes Larvae in Corylus sp.; adults observed on Corylus americana , Corylus cornuta ( 4 ).