Notolomus basalis
This record describes Notolomus basalis (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Testaceous, head and beak brown; elytra with an oblique dark band commencing near the base of the third interspace, and running to the suture. Type Locality: Capron, Fla [Fort Capron, St. Lucie County, Florida]
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Derelomini
- Genus
- Notolomus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
pinelands statewide in FL , coastal habitats outside of FL
Geographic Range
coastal se.US: AL-s.FL-NC - Map
Diet and Behavior
Life History
on flowers of saw and cabbage palmetto , Hibiscus, Nerium oleander, Passiflora, etc.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Notolomus basalis LeConte 1876
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Notolomus basalis. 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 Notolomus basalis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Notolomus basalis
What is Notolomus basalis?
Notolomus basalis is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Notolomus basalis?
1.8 mm
How do you identify Notolomus basalis?
Testaceous, head and beak brown; elytra with an oblique dark band commencing near the base of the third interspace, and running to the suture.
Where is Notolomus basalis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | pinelands statewide in FL , coastal habitats outside of FL |
| Range | coastal se.US: AL-s.FL-NC - Map |
What is the life cycle of a Notolomus basalis?
on flowers of saw and cabbage palmetto , Hibiscus, Nerium oleander, Passiflora, etc.