Pheloconus infector
This record describes Pheloconus infector (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Pheloconus infector (Pheloconus infector) is a species in the family Curculionidae, commonly known as snout and bark beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Molytinae, tribe Conotrachelini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Curculionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Pheloconus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 4.5‒5.2 mm. It is found in pinelands.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Molytinae
- Tribe
- Conotrachelini
- Genus
- Pheloconus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
pinelands ( 3 )
Geographic Range
e.US (NY‒FL to IN‒TX)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pheloconus infector (Boheman 1845)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pheloconus infector. 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 Pheloconus infector (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Pheloconus infector
What is Pheloconus infector?
Pheloconus infector is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pheloconus infector?
4.5‒5.2 mm
Where is Pheloconus infector found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | pinelands ( 3 ) |
| Range | e.US (NY‒FL to IN‒TX) |