Piesocorynus plagifer
This record describes Piesocorynus plagifer (species). Recorded family: Anthribidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
Det. Blaine Mathison, 2013
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Anthribidae (Fungus Weevils)
- Subfamily
- Anthribinae
- Tribe
- Piesocorynini
- Genus
- Piesocorynus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US (TX-FL-NY-IL) to Columbia - Map
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Aug (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Piesocorynus plagifer Jordan 1904
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Piesocorynus plagifer. 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 Piesocorynus plagifer (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Piesocorynus plagifer
How do you identify Piesocorynus plagifer?
Det. Blaine Mathison, 2013
Where is Piesocorynus plagifer found?
Range: e. US (TX-FL-NY-IL) to Columbia - Map
When is Piesocorynus plagifer active?
Piesocorynus plagifer: seasonal activity - Jun-Aug (BG data).