Clytus marginicollis
This record describes Clytus marginicollis (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Clytus marginicollis is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae. It was described by Laporte and Gory in 1835.
Identification notes
Compact body shape, banding, hairiness are distinctive; resembles a small hairy wasp
Wikipedia reference for Clytus marginicollis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clytus_marginicollis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Clytini
- Genus
- Clytus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Pine forests--found under bark of broken pine branches.
Geographic Range
e NA (NS-FL to ON-MS)
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Jul (Northeast) , Mar-May (NC)
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larvae feed on dead branches of "hard" pines
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Clytus marginicollis Laporte & Gory 1835
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Clytus marginicollis. 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 Clytus marginicollis (8)
Photo credits: (c) Mary Tschopp, tous droits réservés, publiées par Mary Tschopp | (c) Pierrick Bloin, certains droits réservés (CC BY-NC), publiées par Pierrick Bloin | (c) Emma Marcus, tous droits réservés, publiées par Emma Marcus | (c) Silas Eckhardt, certains droits réservés (CC BY-NC), publiées par Silas Eckhardt | aucun droit réservé, publiées par Jack | Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Clytus marginicollis
What is Clytus marginicollis?
Clytus marginicollis is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Clytus marginicollis?
6-10 mm
How do you identify Clytus marginicollis?
Compact body shape, banding, hairiness are distinctive; resembles a small hairy wasp
Where is Clytus marginicollis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Pine forests--found under bark of broken pine branches. |
| Range | e NA (NS-FL to ON-MS) |
When is Clytus marginicollis active?
Clytus marginicollis: seasonal activity - Apr-Jul (Northeast) , Mar-May (NC).
What is the life cycle of a Clytus marginicollis?
Larvae feed on dead branches of hard pines