Cleopomiarus hispidulus
This record describes Cleopomiarus hispidulus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
European origin was discussed because of mislabeled specimens [ Miarus hispidulus Reitter, 1907 - Spain]. There is a second nearctic species in Mexico, C. erebus Casey, 1910. ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Mecinini
- Genus
- Cleopomiarus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA (NB-MB to...)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: On Lobelia (Campanulaceae); larvae in seed capsules
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cleopomiarus hispidulus (LeConte 1876)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cleopomiarus hispidulus. 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 Cleopomiarus hispidulus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Boris Bueche
Frequently Asked Questions About Cleopomiarus hispidulus
What is Cleopomiarus hispidulus?
Cleopomiarus hispidulus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Cleopomiarus hispidulus found?
Range: e. NA (NB-MB to...)
What does Cleopomiarus hispidulus eat?
The diet of the Cleopomiarus hispidulus includes On Lobelia (Campanulaceae); larvae in seed capsules.