Anthonomus juniperinus
This record describes Anthonomus juniperinus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Distinguished from the other species in the group by the well-defined dark postmedian fascia on the elytra forming a V-shaped pattern
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Anthonomini
- Genus
- Anthonomus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Eastern redcedar ( Juniperus virginiana ) woodlands
Geographic Range
TX-KS and FL-MA - Map , most records from the Great Plains
Seasonal Activity
common during May in e. MA (Sanborn 1868)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larvae develop in fungal galls of Gymnosporangium spp. and in fruits of the host
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anthonomus juniperinus. 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 Anthonomus juniperinus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Anthonomus juniperinus
What is Anthonomus juniperinus?
Anthonomus juniperinus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anthonomus juniperinus?
2.0-2.5 mm
How do you identify Anthonomus juniperinus?
Distinguished from the other species in the group by the well-defined dark postmedian fascia on the elytra forming a V-shaped pattern
Where is Anthonomus juniperinus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Eastern redcedar ( Juniperus virginiana ) woodlands |
| Range | TX-KS and FL-MA - Map , most records from the Great Plains |
When is Anthonomus juniperinus active?
Anthonomus juniperinus: seasonal activity - common during May in e. MA (Sanborn 1868).
What is the life cycle of a Anthonomus juniperinus?
Larvae develop in fungal galls of Gymnosporangium spp. and in fruits of the host