Lignyodes autumnalis
This record describes Lignyodes autumnalis (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Tychiini
- Genus
- Lignyodes (Ash Seed Weevils)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
At time of description, known only from type locality: College Station, Brazos Co., Texas
Seasonal Activity
Oct 3-Dec 2 (range from 81 spmns in type series)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: All 81 members of type series found on pistiliate individuals of Forestiera ligustrina (Oleaceae)
Life History
Found in roughly equal numbers on each collection date along with the similar L. ligustcolus , but only the latter species emerged from a large number larvae reared from Forestiera ligustrina fruits. Lignyodes (Neotylopterus) ligustricolus (Clark) Det. E. G. Riley, 2000
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Lignyodes autumnalis. 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 Lignyodes autumnalis (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Lignyodes autumnalis
How big is Lignyodes autumnalis?
2.7 - 4.0 mm (range from 81 spmn type series)
Where is Lignyodes autumnalis found?
Range: At time of description, known only from type locality: College Station, Brazos Co., Texas
What does Lignyodes autumnalis eat?
The diet of the Lignyodes autumnalis includes All 81 members of type series found on pistiliate individuals of Forestiera ligustrina (Oleaceae).
When is Lignyodes autumnalis active?
Lignyodes autumnalis: seasonal activity - Oct 3-Dec 2 (range from 81 spmns in type series).
What is the life cycle of a Lignyodes autumnalis?
Found in roughly equal numbers on each collection date along with the similar L. ligustcolus , but only the latter species emerged from a large number larvae reared from Forestiera ligustrina fruits. Lignyodes (Neotylopterus) ligustricolus (Clark) Det. E. G. Riley, 2000