Coelocephalapion buchanani
This record describes Coelocephalapion buchanani (species). Recorded family: Brentidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
can be distinguished from other species of the Apion-like genera recorded from the Lower Rio Grande Valley by its comparatively large size, reddish-orange legs and antennae, and the clumped white hairs located directly posterior to the scutellum on the first elytral interval. Texas considers this sp. 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
southernmost TX (Brownsville area) to ne. Mexico (San Luis Potosí, Tamaulipas, Veracruz)
Seasonal Activity
collecting events by month: Jan Mar Apr Jun Jul Aug Nov Dec.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: true host is probably Croton
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Coelocephalapion buchanani. 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 Coelocephalapion buchanani (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Coelocephalapion buchanani
What is Coelocephalapion buchanani?
Coelocephalapion buchanani is a species in the family Brentidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Coelocephalapion buchanani?
1.8-2.4 mm
How do you identify Coelocephalapion buchanani?
can be distinguished from other species of the Apion-like genera recorded from the Lower Rio Grande Valley by its comparatively large size, reddish-orange legs and antennae, and the clumped white hairs located directly posterior to the scutellum on the first elytral interval.
Where is Coelocephalapion buchanani found?
Range: southernmost TX (Brownsville area) to ne. Mexico (San Luis Potosí, Tamaulipas, Veracruz)
What does Coelocephalapion buchanani eat?
The diet of the Coelocephalapion buchanani includes true host is probably Croton.
When is Coelocephalapion buchanani active?
Coelocephalapion buchanani: seasonal activity - collecting events by month: Jan Mar Apr Jun Jul Aug Nov Dec..