Pycnomerus sulcicollis
This record describes Pycnomerus sulcicollis (species). Recorded family: Zopheridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The two thoracic grooves do not attain either apex or base, and the dorsal line between them is convex and elevated. Det. J. Gruber, 2008 Type Locality: Georgia, under pine bark.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Zopheridae (Ironclad Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Zopherinae
- Tribe
- Pycnomerini
- Genus
- Pycnomerus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
under bark of decaying hardwood logs
Geographic Range
e.US (NJ‒n.FL to IL‒e.OK‒e.TX) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Pycnomerus sulcicollis LeConte 1863 (L). 'groove necked'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Pycnomerus sulcicollis. 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 Pycnomerus sulcicollis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jeff Gruber; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Pycnomerus sulcicollis
What is Pycnomerus sulcicollis?
Pycnomerus sulcicollis is a species in the family Zopheridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Pycnomerus sulcicollis?
2.8‒3.0 mm
How do you identify Pycnomerus sulcicollis?
The two thoracic grooves do not attain either apex or base, and the dorsal line between them is convex and elevated. Det. J. Gruber, 2008
Where is Pycnomerus sulcicollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | under bark of decaying hardwood logs |
| Range | e.US (NJ‒n.FL to IL‒e.OK‒e.TX) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) ( 5 ) ( 6 ) ( 7 ) |