Rhyncolus minor
This record describes Rhyncolus minor (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Rhyncolus minor (Rhyncolus minor) 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 Cossoninae, tribe Rhyncolini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Curculionoidea. This species belongs to the genus Rhyncolus. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 2.0‒2.5 mm. It is found in in decaying trunks.
Identification notes
Det. Janet C. Ciegler, 2011
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cossoninae
- Tribe
- Rhyncolini
- Genus
- Rhyncolus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in decaying trunks ( 3 )
Geographic Range
e. NA (NB‒SC to ON‒NE‒TX)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: on various hardwoods ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Rhyncolus minor (Horn)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Rhyncolus minor. 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 Rhyncolus minor (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhyncolus minor
What is Rhyncolus minor?
Rhyncolus minor is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Rhyncolus minor?
2.0‒2.5 mm
How do you identify Rhyncolus minor?
Det. Janet C. Ciegler, 2011
Where is Rhyncolus minor found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in decaying trunks ( 3 ) |
| Range | e. NA (NB‒SC to ON‒NE‒TX) |
What does Rhyncolus minor eat?
The diet of the Rhyncolus minor includes on various hardwoods ( 3 ).