Brachyleptura rubrica
This record describes Brachyleptura rubrica (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Pronotum | Pronotum sharply angled, almost square, at the front. |
| Elytra | Elytra orange. |
| Antennae | Antennae prominently banded. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Brachyleptura
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Deciduous forests
Geographic Range
e. NA - Map , uncommon across the se US
Seasonal Activity
May-August (northeastern North America). April (North Carolina Sandhills). June-July (North Carolina Mountains).
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults come to flowers.
Life History
Breeds in decaying deciduous trees, such as hickory, beech, oak .
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Brachyleptura rubrica. 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 Brachyleptura rubrica (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , marcie oconnor , mfdigiro
Frequently Asked Questions About Brachyleptura rubrica
What is Brachyleptura rubrica?
Brachyleptura rubrica is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Brachyleptura rubrica?
10-18 mm
How do you identify Brachyleptura rubrica?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Pronotum | Pronotum sharply angled, almost square, at the front. |
| Elytra | Elytra orange. |
| Antennae | Antennae prominently banded. |
Where is Brachyleptura rubrica found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Deciduous forests |
| Range | e. NA - Map , uncommon across the se US |
What does Brachyleptura rubrica eat?
The diet of the Brachyleptura rubrica includes Adults come to flowers..
When is Brachyleptura rubrica active?
Brachyleptura rubrica: seasonal activity - May-August (northeastern North America). April (North Carolina Sandhills). June-July (North Carolina Mountains)..
What is the life cycle of a Brachyleptura rubrica?
Breeds in decaying deciduous trees, such as hickory, beech, oak .