Ophryastes shufeldti
This record describes Ophryastes shufeldti (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
readily distinguished from tuderosus and latirostris of LeConte by the much less transverse prothorax. Det. C. W. O'Brien, 2011 Type Locality: Fort Wingate , New Mexico
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Ophryastini
- Genus
- Ophryastes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to w.TX, UT-CO - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ophryastes shufeldti Casey, 1888
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ophryastes shufeldti. 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 Ophryastes shufeldti (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Ophryastes shufeldti
What is Ophryastes shufeldti?
Ophryastes shufeldti is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Ophryastes shufeldti?
Length 13-14.5 mm
How do you identify Ophryastes shufeldti?
readily distinguished from tuderosus and latirostris of LeConte by the much less transverse prothorax. Det. C. W. O'Brien, 2011
Where is Ophryastes shufeldti found?
Range: AZ to w.TX, UT-CO - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )