Anthribus nebulosus
This record describes Anthribus nebulosus (species). Recorded family: Anthribidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Wikipedia reference for Anthribus nebulosus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthribus_nebulosus.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Anthribidae (Fungus Weevils)
- Subfamily
- Anthribinae
- Genus
- Anthribus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to the Palaearctic (Europe to Far East), released in VA in the '70s, but the population in ne.US & e.Canada is adventive and became established much earlier than the releases
Diet and Behavior
Diet: prey: Diaspididae, Coccidae, and Kermesidae ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Anthribus nebulosus Forster 1770
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Anthribus nebulosus. 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 Anthribus nebulosus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Anthribus nebulosus
How big is Anthribus nebulosus?
1.5–4.6 mm
Where is Anthribus nebulosus found?
Range: native to the Palaearctic (Europe to Far East), released in VA in the '70s, but the population in ne.US & e.Canada is adventive and became established much earlier than the releases
What does Anthribus nebulosus eat?
The diet of the Anthribus nebulosus includes prey: Diaspididae, Coccidae, and Kermesidae ( 3 ).