Sibinia transversa
This record describes Sibinia transversa (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Dets. W. E. Clark Type Locality: AZ
Identification notes
Dets. W. E. Clark
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Curculioninae
- Tribe
- Tychiini
- Genus
- Sibinia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s. CA to s. TX / n. Mex. - Map , most records from AZ
Seasonal Activity
Mar-Oct
Diet and Behavior
Life History
A small bud predator; hosts Senegalia (=Acacia) greggii and Senegalia (=Acacia) roemeriana
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Sibinia transversa. 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 Sibinia transversa (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Sibinia transversa
What is Sibinia transversa?
Sibinia transversa is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Sibinia transversa?
Length: 1.23-1.82 mm
How do you identify Sibinia transversa?
Dets. W. E. Clark
Where is Sibinia transversa found?
Range: s. CA to s. TX / n. Mex. - Map , most records from AZ
When is Sibinia transversa active?
Sibinia transversa: seasonal activity - Mar-Oct.
What is the life cycle of a Sibinia transversa?
A small bud predator; hosts Senegalia (=Acacia) greggii and Senegalia (=Acacia) roemeriana