Cyphonotida rostrata
This record describes Cyphonotida rostrata (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
C. r. texana Giesbert & Hovore 1998 Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Cyphonotida
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Cyphonotida rostrata : AZ, TX / Mex to S. Amer C. r. texana - Palm Grove, Bentsen & Santa Ana in Southmost Texas, south to El Salvador (Hovore et al. 1987) C. r. borealis - AZ / n. Mex.
Seasonal Activity
Aug-Sept in AZ (BG data) Oct-Nov in TX (Hovore et al. 1987)(BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: rostra (L). 'a beak, snout'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cyphonotida rostrata. 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 Cyphonotida rostrata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tom Bentley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyphonotida rostrata
What is Cyphonotida rostrata?
Cyphonotida rostrata is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Cyphonotida rostrata?
C. r. texana Giesbert & Hovore 1998 Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Where is Cyphonotida rostrata found?
Range: Cyphonotida rostrata : AZ, TX / Mex to S. Amer C. r. texana - Palm Grove, Bentsen & Santa Ana in Southmost Texas, south to El Salvador (Hovore et al. 1987) C. r. borealis - AZ / n. Mex.
When is Cyphonotida rostrata active?
Cyphonotida rostrata: seasonal activity - Aug-Sept in AZ (BG data) Oct-Nov in TX (Hovore et al. 1987)(BG data).