Magdalis barbicornis
This record describes Magdalis barbicornis (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
the only adventive NA sp. of the genus ; apparently not a serious pest
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Mesoptiliinae
- Tribe
- Magdalidini
- Genus
- Magdalis
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
ne. US (CT-PA) & CA. Recorded from e. US in 1909, first reported for CA based on this BG photo ; specimens subsequently found in collections confirm its presence in CA since 1975
Diet and Behavior
Diet: hosts: hawthorn ( Crataegus ) and other Rosaceae
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Magdalis barbicornis. 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 Magdalis barbicornis (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Magdalis barbicornis
What is Magdalis barbicornis?
Magdalis barbicornis is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Magdalis barbicornis found?
Range: ne. US (CT-PA) & CA. Recorded from e. US in 1909, first reported for CA based on this BG photo ; specimens subsequently found in collections confirm its presence in CA since 1975
What does Magdalis barbicornis eat?
The diet of the Magdalis barbicornis includes hosts: hawthorn ( Crataegus ) and other Rosaceae.