Ambrosiodmus devexulus
This record describes Ambrosiodmus devexulus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Similar to A. obliquus , but slightly smaller, punctures on elytra more prominent, and elytral declivity devoid of any granules.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scolytinae
- Tribe
- Xyleborini
- Genus
- Ambrosiodmus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
USA:FL, also Caribbean (Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Dominica)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ambrosiodmus devexulus (Wood, 1978)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ambrosiodmus devexulus. 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 Ambrosiodmus devexulus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Marc DiGirolomo
Frequently Asked Questions About Ambrosiodmus devexulus
What is Ambrosiodmus devexulus?
Ambrosiodmus devexulus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ambrosiodmus devexulus?
1.8-2.1 mm
How do you identify Ambrosiodmus devexulus?
Similar to A. obliquus , but slightly smaller, punctures on elytra more prominent, and elytral declivity devoid of any granules.
Where is Ambrosiodmus devexulus found?
Range: USA:FL, also Caribbean (Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Dominica)