Hylastes porculus
This record describes Hylastes porculus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adults are strongly attracted to freshly cut lumber. ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scolytinae
- Tribe
- Hylastini
- Genus
- Hylastes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
April - Nov in the south ( 3 )
Geographic Range
e. NA (NB-FL to MB-SD-e.TX)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: mostly Pinus
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hylastes porculus Erichson 1836
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hylastes porculus. 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 Hylastes porculus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Guy A. Hanley; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , mfdigiro , Marci Hess
Frequently Asked Questions About Hylastes porculus
What is Hylastes porculus?
Hylastes porculus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Hylastes porculus?
3.8-5.0mm
Where is Hylastes porculus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | April - Nov in the south ( 3 ) |
| Range | e. NA (NB-FL to MB-SD-e.TX) |
What does Hylastes porculus eat?
The diet of the Hylastes porculus includes hosts: mostly Pinus.