Mogulones asperifoliarum
This record describes Mogulones asperifoliarum (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
2.2 to 2.9 mm. A brown weevil with distinctive white blotches which are visible to the naked eye despite the weevils small size. Unless identified by a recognised expert, good photos are required that show the key ID features. Also state the beetle's size in the comments box. Usually encountered on plants in the Borage family such as Green Alkanet and Comfrey. Peak time is from April to the end of June. Widespread in the southern half of Britain. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Curculionidae
- Genus
- Mogulones
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Usually encountered on plants in the Borage family such as Green Alkanet and Comfrey.
Seasonal Activity
Peak time is from April to the end of June.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in the southern half of Britain.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Mogulones asperifoliarum. 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 Mogulones asperifoliarum (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Mogulones asperifoliarum
What is Mogulones asperifoliarum?
Mogulones asperifoliarum is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Mogulones asperifoliarum found?
Habitat: Usually encountered on plants in the Borage family such as Green Alkanet and Comfrey.
When is Mogulones asperifoliarum active?
Mogulones asperifoliarum: seasonal activity - Peak time is from April to the end of June..