Ceutorhynchus erysimi
This record describes Ceutorhynchus erysimi (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Ceutorhynchus erysimi (Ceutorhynchus erysimi) is a species in the family Curculionidae, commonly known as snout and bark beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Ceutorhynchinae, tribe Ceutorhynchini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Curculionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Ceutorhynchus. Size: 2–2.6 mm.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Ceutorhynchinae
- Tribe
- Ceutorhynchini
- Genus
- Ceutorhynchus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to Europe, adventive and widespread in NA, though largely absent from the southernmost states - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: host: Shepherd’s Purse ( Capsella bursa-pastoris , Brassicaceae), non-native, found throughout NA
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ceutorhynchus erysimi. 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 Ceutorhynchus erysimi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , Maury Heiman , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Ceutorhynchus erysimi
What is Ceutorhynchus erysimi?
Ceutorhynchus erysimi is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ceutorhynchus erysimi?
2–2.6 mm
Where is Ceutorhynchus erysimi found?
Range: native to Europe, adventive and widespread in NA, though largely absent from the southernmost states - Map
What does Ceutorhynchus erysimi eat?
The diet of the Ceutorhynchus erysimi includes host: Shepherd’s Purse ( Capsella bursa-pastoris , Brassicaceae), non-native, found throughout NA.