Cathetopteron amoena
This record describes Cathetopteron amoena (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Hemilophini
- Genus
- Cathetopteron
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
southmost TX (Hidalgo and Cameron Co.) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
Seasonal Activity
April to Oct ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larval host Celtis - Hackberry ( 3 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cathetopteron amoena Hamilton 1896
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cathetopteron amoena. 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 Cathetopteron amoena (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Cathetopteron amoena
Where is Cathetopteron amoena found?
Range: southmost TX (Hidalgo and Cameron Co.) - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 )
What does Cathetopteron amoena eat?
The diet of the Cathetopteron amoena includes Larval host Celtis - Hackberry ( 3 ).
When is Cathetopteron amoena active?
Cathetopteron amoena: seasonal activity - April to Oct ( 3 ).