Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri
This record describes Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri (species). Recorded family: Eucnemidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Elateroidea
- Family
- Eucnemidae (False Click Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Melasinae
- Tribe
- Dirhagini
- Genus
- Rhagomicrus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US (ON-FL to MO-*TX); common (*specimen from Van Zandt Co. in TAMU. =v=)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: on Carya
Life History
see Otto (2012)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri. 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 Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Phillip Harpootlian , Mike Quinn , Robert Otto , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri
How big is Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri?
2.5-4.8 mm
Where is Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri found?
Range: e US (ON-FL to MO-*TX); common (*specimen from Van Zandt Co. in TAMU. =v=)
What does Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri eat?
The diet of the Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri includes on Carya.
What is the life cycle of a Rhagomicrus bonvouloiri?
see Otto (2012)