Rhyssomatus sculpturatus
This record describes Rhyssomatus sculpturatus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very like Rhyssomatus sculpticollis [ occurs as close as nw.Mex. ], but more closely pubescent, the pubescence on the elytra often fasciculate; the elytra themselves a little more widened anteriorly (their general shape subcordate), with the interstices more closely and distinctly rugulose, in some specimens rufescent mottled with black. (Champion, 1904) large number of pubescent Rhyssomatus photos on BG from AZ that ostensibly could be Rhyssomatus sculpturatus , but Charlies O'Brian lived in se.AZ and apparently didn't report Rhy. sculpturatus from AZ except for one historical record . O'Brien & Wibmer list 7 spp. of Rhyssomatus from AZ, but their list dosn't include Rhyssomatus sculpturatus
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Molytinae
- Tribe
- Cholini
- Genus
- Rhyssomatus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se.AZ, s.TX (Hidalgo Co.) to Guat. - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Rhyssomatus sculpturatus Champion, 1904
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Rhyssomatus sculpturatus. 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 Rhyssomatus sculpturatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhyssomatus sculpturatus
What is Rhyssomatus sculpturatus?
Rhyssomatus sculpturatus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Rhyssomatus sculpturatus?
Very like Rhyssomatus sculpticollis [ occurs as close as nw.Mex. ], but more closely pubescent, the pubescence on the elytra often fasciculate; the elytra themselves a little more widened anteriorly (their general shape subcordate), with the interstices more closely and distinctly rugulose, in some specimens rufescent mottled with black. (Champion, 1904)
Where is Rhyssomatus sculpturatus found?
Range: se.AZ, s.TX (Hidalgo Co.) to Guat. - Map