Atrichonotus taeniatulus
This record describes Atrichonotus taeniatulus (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
- Naupactini
- Genus
- Atrichonotus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
coastal plain
Geographic Range
native to South America (Argentina & Uruguay), introduced se.US (NC‒FL‒TX) and QC, Chile, Australasia ; may have spread also to CA, *MD, KS (*BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adults feed on leaves of various plants, mostly Fabaceae; worlwide, is known to damage alfalfa, clover, beans, sunflower, lotus, pepper, ornamentals, &c.
Life History
probably parthenogenetic ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Atrichonotus taeniatulus (Berg 1881)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Atrichonotus taeniatulus. 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 Atrichonotus taeniatulus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Atrichonotus taeniatulus
How big is Atrichonotus taeniatulus?
4.5‒6.5 mm
Where is Atrichonotus taeniatulus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | coastal plain |
| Range | native to South America (Argentina & Uruguay), introduced se.US (NC‒FL‒TX) and QC, Chile, Australasia ; may have spread also to CA, *MD, KS (*BG data) |
What does Atrichonotus taeniatulus eat?
The diet of the Atrichonotus taeniatulus includes adults feed on leaves of various plants, mostly Fabaceae; worlwide, is known to damage alfalfa, clover, beans, sunflower, lotus, pepper, ornamentals, &c..
What is the life cycle of a Atrichonotus taeniatulus?
probably parthenogenetic ( 3 )