Minyomerus microps
This record describes Minyomerus microps (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
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Tanymecini
- Genus
- Minyomerus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
grassland and semi-arid regions
Geographic Range
w NA (AB-NM-KS), likely to be found in other Great Plains states (ND-nTX) & SK
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Associated with sagebrush ( Artemisia ; Asteraceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Minyomerus microps (Say 1831)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Minyomerus microps. 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 Minyomerus microps (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Minyomerus microps
How big is Minyomerus microps?
3.7–4.0 mm
Where is Minyomerus microps found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | grassland and semi-arid regions |
| Range | w NA (AB-NM-KS), likely to be found in other Great Plains states (ND-nTX) & SK |
What does Minyomerus microps eat?
The diet of the Minyomerus microps includes Associated with sagebrush ( Artemisia ; Asteraceae).