Centrodera sublineata
This record describes Centrodera sublineata (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
occasionally comes to UV lights Uncommon in eastern US, rare in Texas (D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2016)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Rhagiini
- Genus
- Centrodera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US to c.TX - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly Apr-May (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larvae appear to be asso. w/ locust ( Gleditsia , Fabaceae) (D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2016) adults don't come to flowers
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Centrodera sublineata LeConte 1863
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Centrodera sublineata. 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 Centrodera sublineata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Centrodera sublineata
What is Centrodera sublineata?
Centrodera sublineata is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Centrodera sublineata?
11-15 mm
Where is Centrodera sublineata found?
Range: e. US to c.TX - Map
When is Centrodera sublineata active?
Centrodera sublineata: seasonal activity - mostly Apr-May (BG data).
What is the life cycle of a Centrodera sublineata?
Larvae appear to be asso. w/ locust ( Gleditsia , Fabaceae) (D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2016) adults don't come to flowers