Conotrachelus seniculus
This record describes Conotrachelus seniculus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
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
Habitat
in leaf litter
Geographic Range
e NA to se.CA (s.QC-s.FL to NE-se.CA) / Mex. - Map
Diet and Behavior
Life History
larvae mine pigweed ( Amaranthus , Amaranthaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Conotrachelus seniculus LeConte 1876
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Conotrachelus seniculus. 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 seniculus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Boris Büche; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Conotrachelus seniculus
How big is Conotrachelus seniculus?
3.7-5.0 mm
Where is Conotrachelus seniculus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in leaf litter |
| Range | e NA to se.CA (s.QC-s.FL to NE-se.CA) / Mex. - Map |
What is the life cycle of a Conotrachelus seniculus?
larvae mine pigweed ( Amaranthus , Amaranthaceae)