Hyporhagus punctulatus
This record describes Hyporhagus punctulatus (species). Recorded family: Zopheridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Taxon page
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Zopheridae (Ironclad Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Zopherinae
- Tribe
- Monommatini
- Genus
- Hyporhagus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
probably associated with decaying plant matter
Geographic Range
se.US (DC‒FL to AR‒TX) , the only eastern representative of this genus
Seasonal Activity
spring and early summer
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Hyporhagus punctulatus Thomson 1860
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Hyporhagus punctulatus. 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 Hyporhagus punctulatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyporhagus punctulatus
How big is Hyporhagus punctulatus?
3.5‒5.4 mm
How do you identify Hyporhagus punctulatus?
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Where is Hyporhagus punctulatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | probably associated with decaying plant matter |
| Range | se.US (DC‒FL to AR‒TX) , the only eastern representative of this genus |
When is Hyporhagus punctulatus active?
Hyporhagus punctulatus: seasonal activity - spring and early summer.