Pandeleteius hilaris
This record describes Pandeleteius hilaris (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
pronotum generally more boldly marked than in other Pandeleteius spp.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Entiminae
- Tribe
- Tanymecini
- Genus
- Pandeleteius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e NA (e.TX-s.FL-QC-IA) - Map ( 4 ) ( 5 ) , quite common in the e.US ( 3 ) , most TX records e. of the Brazos R.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Oak is the most common host. Blatehley and Leng (1916, p. 120) also list beech, smart-weed, and Ceanothus as “hosts.” ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: hilaris (L). "gay, cheerful"
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pandeleteius hilaris. 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 Pandeleteius hilaris (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pandeleteius hilaris
What is Pandeleteius hilaris?
Pandeleteius hilaris is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pandeleteius hilaris?
3.2-5.6 mm ( 3 )
How do you identify Pandeleteius hilaris?
pronotum generally more boldly marked than in other Pandeleteius spp.
Where is Pandeleteius hilaris found?
Range: e NA (e.TX-s.FL-QC-IA) - Map ( 4 ) ( 5 ) , quite common in the e.US ( 3 ) , most TX records e. of the Brazos R.
What does Pandeleteius hilaris eat?
The diet of the Pandeleteius hilaris includes Oak is the most common host. Blatehley and Leng (1916, p. 120) also list beech, smart-weed, and Ceanothus as hosts. ( 3 ).