Anthonomus subfasciatus
This record describes Anthonomus subfasciatus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
6 jointed funiculus of the antennae Det. H. Burke, 2014 Type Locality: New York
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
Geographic Range
e NA (TX-FL-NS-MI) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) , limited GBIF records
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Anthonomus subfasciatus LeConte 1876
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anthonomus subfasciatus. 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 subfasciatus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Anthonomus subfasciatus
What is Anthonomus subfasciatus?
Anthonomus subfasciatus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Anthonomus subfasciatus?
1.5-2.0 mm
How do you identify Anthonomus subfasciatus?
6 jointed funiculus of the antennae Det. H. Burke, 2014
Where is Anthonomus subfasciatus found?
Range: e NA (TX-FL-NS-MI) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) , limited GBIF records