Naupactus leucoloma
This record describes Naupactus leucoloma (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
eyes slighly convex; lateral carina on rostrum distinct; rostral groove wider towards apex; setae at base of pronotum directed anterad; elytral scales elongate-oval earliest record in our area: FL 1936
Wikipedia reference for Naupactus leucoloma: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naupactus_leucoloma.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Naupactini
- Genus
- Naupactus (White-fringed Weevils)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
native to S.America, adventive elsewhere (in our area, VA‒FL to MO‒TX‒NM)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: recorded on 385 plant spp. in the US
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Naupactus leucoloma Boheman 1840
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Naupactus leucoloma. 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 Naupactus leucoloma (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn , Matt Bertone
Frequently Asked Questions About Naupactus leucoloma
What is Naupactus leucoloma?
Naupactus leucoloma is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Naupactus leucoloma?
8‒12 mm
How do you identify Naupactus leucoloma?
eyes slighly convex; lateral carina on rostrum distinct; rostral groove wider towards apex; setae at base of pronotum directed anterad; elytral scales elongate-oval
Where is Naupactus leucoloma found?
Range: native to S.America, adventive elsewhere (in our area, VA‒FL to MO‒TX‒NM)
What does Naupactus leucoloma eat?
The diet of the Naupactus leucoloma includes recorded on 385 plant spp. in the US.