Conotrachelus corni
This record describes Conotrachelus corni (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Looks a lot like nenuphar but are much smaller Relatively uncommon. Unless otherwise indicated, the information on this page has been provided by C.W. O'Brien here
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Molytinae
- Tribe
- Conotrachelini
- Genus
- Conotrachelus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
QC-MB to NY-*WI (*BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Breeds in Cornus (dogwoods)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Conotrachelus corni Brown 1966
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Conotrachelus corni. 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 Conotrachelus corni (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Bbarnd
Frequently Asked Questions About Conotrachelus corni
What is Conotrachelus corni?
Conotrachelus corni is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Conotrachelus corni?
Looks a lot like nenuphar but are much smaller
Where is Conotrachelus corni found?
Range: QC-MB to NY-*WI (*BG data)
What does Conotrachelus corni eat?
The diet of the Conotrachelus corni includes Breeds in Cornus (dogwoods).