Myosides seriehispidus
This record describes Myosides seriehispidus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
see Author of this species is Willem Roelofs (1822 – 1897) was a Dutch painter and amateur entomologist.
Identification notes
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Cyphicerini
- Genus
- Myosides
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
found in leaf litter and on Rumex
Geographic Range
native to Asia, adventive in NA and occurs in the northeast (QC‒NC to ON‒OH)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Myosides seriehispidus Roelofs 1873
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Myosides seriehispidus. 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 Myosides seriehispidus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by cotinis , Beatriz Moisset , Bbarnd , Ron M. , v belov , onegunah
Frequently Asked Questions About Myosides seriehispidus
What is Myosides seriehispidus?
Myosides seriehispidus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Myosides seriehispidus?
3.5‒4.0 mm
How do you identify Myosides seriehispidus?
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Where is Myosides seriehispidus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | found in leaf litter and on Rumex |
| Range | native to Asia, adventive in NA and occurs in the northeast (QC‒NC to ON‒OH) |