Aramigus pallidus (species complex)
Aramigus pallidus
This record describes Aramigus pallidus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. Charles W. O'Brien, 2012 a complex species with bisexual populations and parthenogenetic lineages (Lanteri & Díaz 1994)
Identification notes
Det. Charles W. O'Brien, 2012
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Naupactini
- Genus
- Aramigus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
associated with wild meadows in the US ( 3 )
Geographic Range
adventive to c. US (CO-NM to w.IN-TX) - Map , native to S.Amer. (Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Hosts: Poaceae, alfalfa ( Medicago sativa , Fabaceae), potato ( Solanum tuberosum , Solanaceae), sunflower ( Helianthus , Asteraceae) ( 3 ) a pest of cereals, incl. barley, oats, and wheat ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Aramigus pallidus Horn 1876
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Aramigus pallidus. 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 Aramigus pallidus (species complex) (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Aramigus pallidus (species complex)
What is Aramigus pallidus (species complex)?
Aramigus pallidus (species complex) (Aramigus pallidus) is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Aramigus pallidus (species complex)?
5-7.5 mm ( 3 )
How do you identify Aramigus pallidus (species complex)?
Det. Charles W. O'Brien, 2012
Where is Aramigus pallidus (species complex) found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | associated with wild meadows in the US ( 3 ) |
| Range | adventive to c. US (CO-NM to w.IN-TX) - Map , native to S.Amer. (Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil) |
What does Aramigus pallidus (species complex) eat?
The diet of the Aramigus pallidus (species complex) includes Hosts: Poaceae, alfalfa ( Medicago sativa , Fabaceae), potato ( Solanum tuberosum , Solanaceae), sunflower ( Helianthus , Asteraceae) ( 3 ) a pest of cereals, incl. barley, oats, and wheat ( 3 ).