Naupactus peregrinus
This record describes Naupactus peregrinus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
tend to be smaller, paler tan; eyes more convex; carina on rostrum less distinct; groove on rostrum does not widen toward apex; setae at base of pronotum directed posterad (unique for leucoloma-Group); elytral scales more rounded
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 southern S.America, adventive in our area (VA‒FL‒TX) ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Naupactus peregrinus (Buchanan 1939)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Naupactus peregrinus. 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 peregrinus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Naupactus peregrinus
What is Naupactus peregrinus?
Naupactus peregrinus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Naupactus peregrinus?
6.0‒9.5 mm
How do you identify Naupactus peregrinus?
tend to be smaller, paler tan; eyes more convex; carina on rostrum less distinct; groove on rostrum does not widen toward apex; setae at base of pronotum directed posterad (unique for leucoloma-Group); elytral scales more rounded
Where is Naupactus peregrinus found?
Range: native to southern S.America, adventive in our area (VA‒FL‒TX) ( 3 )