Myrmex dichrous
This record describes Myrmex dichrous (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Dull ferruginous, with scattered white short hairs Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Otidocephalini
- Genus
- Myrmex
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
pineland, hammock ( 4 ) , mostly coastal habitats outside of FL ( 6 )
Geographic Range
s.AL-s.FL-e.SC + s.TX - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
on and in palmetto and sabal palm fronds ( 4 ) , Near Lake Placid, Highland Co., Florida more than 50 individuals were found in June by beating dried palmetto fronds. ( 7 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Myrmex dichrous = 'two colored ant'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Myrmex dichrous. 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 Myrmex dichrous (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Myrmex dichrous
What is Myrmex dichrous?
Myrmex dichrous is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Myrmex dichrous?
5 mm
How do you identify Myrmex dichrous?
Dull ferruginous, with scattered white short hairs Det. E. G. Riley, 2009
Where is Myrmex dichrous found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | pineland, hammock ( 4 ) , mostly coastal habitats outside of FL ( 6 ) |
| Range | s.AL-s.FL-e.SC + s.TX - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) |
What is the life cycle of a Myrmex dichrous?
on and in palmetto and sabal palm fronds ( 4 ) , Near Lake Placid, Highland Co., Florida more than 50 individuals were found in June by beating dried palmetto fronds. ( 7 )