Strongylium hemistriatum
This record describes Strongylium hemistriatum (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Easily distinguished from all other Strongylium in our area by unusual elytral striae which are described as being sulcate on posterior half but not on anterior
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Stenochiinae
- Tribe
- Stenochiini
- Genus
- Strongylium
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
across s.TX to se.LA / ne. Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly: April to Aug ( 3 ) (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Strongylium hemistriatum Triplehorn & Spilman 1973
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Strongylium hemistriatum. 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 Strongylium hemistriatum (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Chuck Sexton
Frequently Asked Questions About Strongylium hemistriatum
What is Strongylium hemistriatum?
Strongylium hemistriatum is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Strongylium hemistriatum?
12.3-13.8
How do you identify Strongylium hemistriatum?
Easily distinguished from all other Strongylium in our area by unusual elytral striae which are described as being sulcate on posterior half but not on anterior
Where is Strongylium hemistriatum found?
Range: across s.TX to se.LA / ne. Mex. - Map
When is Strongylium hemistriatum active?
Strongylium hemistriatum: seasonal activity - mostly: April to Aug ( 3 ) (BG data).