Listronotus appendiculatus
This record describes Listronotus appendiculatus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Listronotus appendiculatus (Listronotus appendiculatus) is a species in the family Curculionidae, commonly known as snout and bark beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Cyclominae, tribe Listroderini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Curculionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Listronotus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 4.2-6.5 mm. It is found in wet prairie.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cyclominae
- Tribe
- Listroderini
- Genus
- Listronotus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
wet prairie ( 4 )
Geographic Range
e. NA, plus CA-BC / Mex. to Honduras - Map , mostly e. NA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: on Carex, Sagittaria
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Listronotus appendiculatus (Boheman 1842)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Listronotus appendiculatus. 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 Listronotus appendiculatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Listronotus appendiculatus
What is Listronotus appendiculatus?
Listronotus appendiculatus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Listronotus appendiculatus?
4.2-6.5 mm
Where is Listronotus appendiculatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | wet prairie ( 4 ) |
| Range | e. NA, plus CA-BC / Mex. to Honduras - Map , mostly e. NA |
What does Listronotus appendiculatus eat?
The diet of the Listronotus appendiculatus includes on Carex, Sagittaria.