Narberdia aridulus
This record describes Narberdia aridulus (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
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Anthonomini
- Genus
- Narberdia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
c. & w. TX to Mex. - Map (Burke & Rector 1976)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Southwest Bernardia - Bernardia myricifolia (Euphorbiaceae) Desert Myrtlecroton - Bernardia obovata (Euphorbiaceae)
Life History
Larvae develop in fruits of Bernardia spp. (Burke & Rector 1976)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Narberdia aridulus Burke, 1976
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Narberdia aridulus. 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 Narberdia aridulus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by cotinis
Frequently Asked Questions About Narberdia aridulus
Where is Narberdia aridulus found?
Range: c. & w. TX to Mex. - Map (Burke & Rector 1976)
What does Narberdia aridulus eat?
The diet of the Narberdia aridulus includes Southwest Bernardia - Bernardia myricifolia (Euphorbiaceae) Desert Myrtlecroton - Bernardia obovata (Euphorbiaceae).
What is the life cycle of a Narberdia aridulus?
Larvae develop in fruits of Bernardia spp. (Burke & Rector 1976)