Aneflomorpha rectilinea
This record describes Aneflomorpha rectilinea (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
can be abundant at lights after the monsoon rains begin
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Elaphidiini
- Genus
- Aneflomorpha
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
the most widespread and most polyphagous Aneflomorpha : w.TX–AZ–n.Mexico
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Aneflomorpha rectilinea Casey 1924
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Aneflomorpha rectilinea. 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 Aneflomorpha rectilinea (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Aneflomorpha rectilinea
What is Aneflomorpha rectilinea?
Aneflomorpha rectilinea is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Aneflomorpha rectilinea?
9–19 mm
Where is Aneflomorpha rectilinea found?
Range: the most widespread and most polyphagous Aneflomorpha : w.TX–AZ–n.Mexico