Hylesinus pruinosus
This record describes Hylesinus pruinosus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Similar to the more common H. aculeatus , but larger, lacks distinct asperites on pronotum, and coarse crenulations on elytral interstriae at high risk of endangerment due to the EAB
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Scolytinae
- Tribe
- Hylesinini
- Genus
- Hylesinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (NH-NC to ND-MS)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: ash trees ( Fraxinus , Oleaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hylesinus pruinosus Eichhoff 1868
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hylesinus pruinosus. 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 Hylesinus pruinosus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Brad Barnd; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Hylesinus pruinosus
What is Hylesinus pruinosus?
Hylesinus pruinosus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Hylesinus pruinosus?
3.2-4 mm
How do you identify Hylesinus pruinosus?
Similar to the more common H. aculeatus , but larger, lacks distinct asperites on pronotum, and coarse crenulations on elytral interstriae
Where is Hylesinus pruinosus found?
Range: e. US (NH-NC to ND-MS)
What does Hylesinus pruinosus eat?
The diet of the Hylesinus pruinosus includes hosts: ash trees ( Fraxinus , Oleaceae).