Jumping Weevil
Orchestes testaceus
This record describes Orchestes testaceus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The adult is 2.7 to 3.6 mm. The larva of Orchestes testaceus mines the leaves of Alder species. Initially a gallery is formed which runs towards the leaf edge from a vein or midrib. The gallery widens quickly and then becomes a blotch - a spherical cocoon develops in this. The mine is brown. Adult : Unless identified by a recognised expert, photographic evidence is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used. Note the beetle's size and describe the identifying characters. It is advisable to retain the specimen in case further checks are needed. Leafmine : Unless identified by a recognised expert, good photos are required that show the key ID features. Uncommon in Britain and a UKBAP species. http://www.leafmines.co.uk/html/Coleoptera/o.testaceus.htm https://bladmineerders.nl/parasites/animalia/arthropoda/insecta/coleoptera/polyphaga/cucujiformia/curculionoidea/curculionidae/curculioninae/rhamphinini/orchestes/orchestes-testaceus/
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Rhamphini
- Genus
- Orchestes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On Alder.
Seasonal Activity
Early summer.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Uncommon in Britain and a UKBAP species.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Orchestes testaceus. 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 Jumping Weevil (9)
Frequently Asked Questions About Jumping Weevil
What is Jumping Weevil?
Jumping Weevil (Orchestes testaceus) is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Jumping Weevil?
and describe the identifying characters. It is advisable to retain the specimen in case further checks are needed.
Where is Jumping Weevil found?
Habitat: On Alder.
When is Jumping Weevil active?
Jumping Weevil: seasonal activity - Early summer..