Cophes fallax
This record describes Cophes fallax (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Cophes fallax (Cophes fallax) is a species in the family Curculionidae, commonly known as snout and bark beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Cryptorhynchinae, tribe Gasterocercini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Curculionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Cophes. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 3.2-5 mm. It is found in hammocks in FL. Active during May-Sep in NJ , most of the year in the south.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptorhynchinae
- Tribe
- Gasterocercini
- Genus
- Cophes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
hammocks in FL ( 3 )
Geographic Range
e US, Ont. (ON-s.FL to IL-s.TX) - Map
Seasonal Activity
May-Sep in NJ , most of the year in the south
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Bred in September from hickory limbs, dead two years. Breeds in the stems of Cassia
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cophes fallax (LeConte 1876)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cophes fallax. 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 Cophes fallax (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Cophes fallax
What is Cophes fallax?
Cophes fallax is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cophes fallax?
3.2-5 mm
Where is Cophes fallax found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | hammocks in FL ( 3 ) |
| Range | e US, Ont. (ON-s.FL to IL-s.TX) - Map |
What does Cophes fallax eat?
The diet of the Cophes fallax includes Bred in September from hickory limbs, dead two years. Breeds in the stems of Cassia.
When is Cophes fallax active?
Cophes fallax: seasonal activity - May-Sep in NJ , most of the year in the south.