Eurhoptus pyriformis
This record describes Eurhoptus pyriformis (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Eurhoptus pyriformis (Eurhoptus pyriformis) 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 Cryptorhynchini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Curculionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Eurhoptus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: < 2.5 mm (type series). It is found in Adults commonly coll. in leaf litter around rock outcroppings..
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cryptorhynchinae
- Tribe
- Cryptorhynchini
- Genus
- Eurhoptus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Adults commonly coll. in leaf litter around rock outcroppings.
Geographic Range
TX-FL-PA-CO ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: pyriformis - Latin for 'pear shaped'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eurhoptus pyriformis. 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 Eurhoptus pyriformis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Eurhoptus pyriformis
What is Eurhoptus pyriformis?
Eurhoptus pyriformis is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Eurhoptus pyriformis?
< 2.5 mm (type series) ( 3 )
Where is Eurhoptus pyriformis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Adults commonly coll. in leaf litter around rock outcroppings. |
| Range | TX-FL-PA-CO ( 4 ) |