Aphrastus griseus
This record describes Aphrastus griseus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Phyllobiini
- Genus
- Aphrastus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
IL-IN, AL-GA-n.FL - Map
Seasonal Activity
May-July
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Aphrastus griseus Blatchley, 1916
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Aphrastus griseus. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Aphrastus griseus
How big is Aphrastus griseus?
5-6.2 mm
Where is Aphrastus griseus found?
Range: IL-IN, AL-GA-n.FL - Map
When is Aphrastus griseus active?
Aphrastus griseus: seasonal activity - May-July.