Zeugonyx sabinae
This record describes Zeugonyx sabinae (species). Recorded family: Brentidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Described from two spmns coll'ed in Austin, Travis Co., Texas in 1919. (Notman, 1922) Quinn (2000) coll'ed three spmns (2 from Juniper and 1 from oak) in w. Travis Co. during twice monthly summer arboreal surveys in !993-94. ( 3 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Curculionoidea
- Family
- Brentidae (Primitive Weevils)
- Subfamily
- Nanophyinae
- Genus
- Zeugonyx
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Known only from TX
Seasonal Activity
March-June ( 3 ) (Notman, 1922)(BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Reared from galls on twigs of Ashe Juniper - Juniperus ashei (Cypressaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Named for a synonym of the host Juniperus ashei (= Sabina sabinoides )
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Zeugonyx sabinae. 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 Zeugonyx sabinae (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Zeugonyx sabinae
What is Zeugonyx sabinae?
Zeugonyx sabinae is a species in the family Brentidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Zeugonyx sabinae?
2.5-2.75 mm (Notman, 1922)
Where is Zeugonyx sabinae found?
Range: Known only from TX
When is Zeugonyx sabinae active?
Zeugonyx sabinae: seasonal activity - March-June ( 3 ) (Notman, 1922)(BG data).
What is the life cycle of a Zeugonyx sabinae?
Reared from galls on twigs of Ashe Juniper - Juniperus ashei (Cypressaceae)