Sphenophorus striatipennis
This record describes Sphenophorus striatipennis (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Elytra with alternate intervals raised and convex from base to near apex; raised parts of pronotum and elytra usually red or red and black
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Curculionidae (Snout and Bark Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Dryophthorinae
- Tribe
- Rhynchophorini
- Genus
- Sphenophorus (Billbugs)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
scattered state records: CA-TX-OH-AB
Seasonal Activity
May-Sept , but mostly: Jun-Jul
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Sphenophorus striatipennis Chittenden 1905
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Sphenophorus striatipennis. 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 Sphenophorus striatipennis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Sphenophorus striatipennis
What is Sphenophorus striatipennis?
Sphenophorus striatipennis is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Sphenophorus striatipennis?
8-13 mm
How do you identify Sphenophorus striatipennis?
Elytra with alternate intervals raised and convex from base to near apex; raised parts of pronotum and elytra usually red or red and black
Where is Sphenophorus striatipennis found?
Range: scattered state records: CA-TX-OH-AB
When is Sphenophorus striatipennis active?
Sphenophorus striatipennis: seasonal activity - May-Sept , but mostly: Jun-Jul.