Peltophorus adustus
This record describes Peltophorus adustus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The form and sculpture of the prothorax, and the color readily distinguish this species from Peltophorus polymitus seminiveus (w.TX) and Peltophorus polymitus suffusus (AZ). Det. Blaine Mathison, 2014 Type Locality: Arizona
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Conoderinae
- Tribe
- Zygopini
- Genus
- Peltophorus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ-sw.NM - Map
Diet and Behavior
Diet: in Palmer's century plant ( Agave palmeri , Agavaceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Peltophorus adustus. 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 Peltophorus adustus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Peltophorus adustus
What is Peltophorus adustus?
Peltophorus adustus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Peltophorus adustus?
Length 7.5 mm
How do you identify Peltophorus adustus?
The form and sculpture of the prothorax, and the color readily distinguish this species from Peltophorus polymitus seminiveus (w.TX) and Peltophorus polymitus suffusus (AZ). Det. Blaine Mathison, 2014
Where is Peltophorus adustus found?
Range: AZ-sw.NM - Map
What does Peltophorus adustus eat?
The diet of the Peltophorus adustus includes in Palmer's century plant ( Agave palmeri , Agavaceae).