Iccius cylindricus
This record describes Iccius cylindricus (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Known in US from 10 records: 2 OSUC, 2 USNM, 1 TAMUIC. 4 BG data, 1 iNat data under-reported south of the border as it is usually unidentified and sorted in with non-tenebrionid taxa. (M. Ivie, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2011)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Diaperinae
- Tribe
- Diaperini
- Genus
- Iccius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Possibly associated with stems of Ipomoea and related plants.
Geographic Range
AZ (Pima Co.), c. TX (Bexar, Hidalgo and Webb counties) to Guatemala (Triplehorn 1995),(M. Ivie, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2011)(BG data)
Seasonal Activity
Mar-May (Triplehorn 1995)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Iccius cylindricus Champion, 1886
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Iccius cylindricus. 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 Iccius cylindricus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by James Bailey , Edward Ruden
Frequently Asked Questions About Iccius cylindricus
What is Iccius cylindricus?
Iccius cylindricus is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Iccius cylindricus?
3 mm or less (Triplehorn 1995)
Where is Iccius cylindricus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Possibly associated with stems of Ipomoea and related plants. |
| Range | AZ (Pima Co.), c. TX (Bexar, Hidalgo and Webb counties) to Guatemala (Triplehorn 1995),(M. Ivie, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2011)(BG data) |
When is Iccius cylindricus active?
Iccius cylindricus: seasonal activity - Mar-May (Triplehorn 1995).