Uloma punctulata
This record describes Uloma punctulata (species). Recorded family: Tenebrionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
profemora grooved inside for the entire length, apical antennomere rounded at tip, elytral striae deeply punctate, intervals slightly convex and minutely, sparsely punctulate; middle plate of mentum oval, transverse
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Tenebrionoidea
- Family
- Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Tenebrioninae
- Tribe
- Ulomini
- Genus
- Uloma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
under bark of pines ( Pinus ), in rotten wood
Geographic Range
e.US (NY‒FL to WI‒TX)
Seasonal Activity
year round in SC
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Uloma punctulata LeConte 1866
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Uloma punctulata. 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 Uloma punctulata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Uloma punctulata
What is Uloma punctulata?
Uloma punctulata is a species in the family Tenebrionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Uloma punctulata?
7‒8.5 mm
How do you identify Uloma punctulata?
profemora grooved inside for the entire length, apical antennomere rounded at tip, elytral striae deeply punctate, intervals slightly convex and minutely, sparsely punctulate; middle plate of mentum oval, transverse
Where is Uloma punctulata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | under bark of pines ( Pinus ), in rotten wood |
| Range | e.US (NY‒FL to WI‒TX) |
When is Uloma punctulata active?
Uloma punctulata: seasonal activity - year round in SC.