Curculio iowensis
This record describes Curculio iowensis (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Rostrum in both sexes less than 1/2 length of body; rostrum continuous with frons; femoral teeth 'medium' sized. See
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Curculionini
- Genus
- Curculio (Nut and Acorn Weevils)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
NY-ON west to MB-ND, south to NC & AZ.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Breeds in Quercus macrocarpa , Quercus stellata , and rarely in Quercus alba .
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Curculio iowensis. 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 Curculio iowensis (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd
Frequently Asked Questions About Curculio iowensis
What is Curculio iowensis?
Curculio iowensis is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Curculio iowensis?
7 to 8 mm
How do you identify Curculio iowensis?
Rostrum in both sexes less than 1/2 length of body; rostrum continuous with frons; femoral teeth 'medium' sized. See
Where is Curculio iowensis found?
Range: NY-ON west to MB-ND, south to NC & AZ.
What does Curculio iowensis eat?
The diet of the Curculio iowensis includes Breeds in Quercus macrocarpa , Quercus stellata , and rarely in Quercus alba ..