Eutrichapion huron
This record describes Eutrichapion huron (species). Recorded family: Brentidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Syntype • habitus photos
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Brentidae (Primitive Weevils)
- Subfamily
- Apioninae
- Tribe
- Oxystomatini
- Genus
- Eutrichapion
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
ne. NA (QC‒AB to NJ‒IL‒ND)
Seasonal Activity
May‒Aug
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Eutrichapion huron (Fall 1898)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Eutrichapion huron. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eutrichapion huron
How big is Eutrichapion huron?
1.7‒2.3 mm
How do you identify Eutrichapion huron?
Syntype • habitus photos
Where is Eutrichapion huron found?
Range: ne. NA (QC‒AB to NJ‒IL‒ND)
When is Eutrichapion huron active?
Eutrichapion huron: seasonal activity - May‒Aug.