Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil
Coelocephalapion aculeatum
This record describes Coelocephalapion aculeatum (species). Recorded family: Brentidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
This species can be distinguished from other species of the Apion-like genera recorded from the Lower Rio Grande Valley by the combination of its comparatively small size, dark reddish legs, the lack of clumped hairs on the elytra, pronotum acutely flared at base, yellowish color of the elytral hairs, and the biserial hairs of second elytral interval. Texas considers this a SGCN
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Brentidae (Primitive Weevils)
- Subfamily
- Apioninae
- Tribe
- Oxystomatini
- Genus
- Coelocephalapion
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
coastal s. TX (Cameron & Victoria counties) / e. Mex. (San Luis Potosí, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Veracruz) , TL: Brownsville, TX
Seasonal Activity
collecting events by month: May Jun Jul , + Nov (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Host specific florivore of Mimosa asperata (= M. pigra ) (Mimosaceae) (Heard 1995)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Coelocephalapion aculeatum. 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 Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil
What is Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil?
Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil (Coelocephalapion aculeatum) is a species in the family Brentidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil?
1.43-1.61 mm
How do you identify Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil?
This species can be distinguished from other species of the Apion-like genera recorded from the Lower Rio Grande Valley by the combination of its comparatively small size, dark reddish legs, the lack of clumped hairs on the elytra, pronotum acutely flared at base, yellowish color of the elytral hairs, and the biserial hairs of second elytral interval.
Where is Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil found?
Range: coastal s. TX (Cameron & Victoria counties) / e. Mex. (San Luis Potosí, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Veracruz) , TL: Brownsville, TX
What does Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil eat?
The diet of the Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil includes Host specific florivore of Mimosa asperata (= M. pigra ) (Mimosaceae) (Heard 1995).
When is Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil active?
Mimosa Flowerbud Weevil: seasonal activity - collecting events by month: May Jun Jul , + Nov (BG data).