Comacmaeops brunnea
This record describes Comacmaeops brunnea (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
shows considerable variation as is frequent in this group. One paratype has head, pronotum, for most part, and elytra dark brown; coxae, trochanters and femora dark brown. It differs from other members of the genus in its robust form and pubescent elytra. ( 4 ) Type Locality: Pine Canyon 5000 ft, Big Bend National Park, Texas, May 4, 1959 on Pinus cembroides Zucc, by H. F. Howden and E. C. Becker
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Rhagiini
- Genus
- Comacmaeops
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. to c. TX - Map ( 3 ) ( 5 ) , uncommon, one BG record every ~10 yrs...
Seasonal Activity
Mar-May (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: conifers? types coll'ed from pinyon pine, but that sp. is restricted to the western edge of the beetle's range
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: brunne (L). 'brown'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Comacmaeops brunnea. 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 Comacmaeops brunnea (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Comacmaeops brunnea
What is Comacmaeops brunnea?
Comacmaeops brunnea is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Comacmaeops brunnea?
Length 9.5 mm ( 4 )
How do you identify Comacmaeops brunnea?
shows considerable variation as is frequent in this group. One paratype has head, pronotum, for most part, and elytra dark brown; coxae, trochanters and femora dark brown. It differs from other members of the genus in its robust form and pubescent elytra. ( 4 )
Where is Comacmaeops brunnea found?
Range: w. to c. TX - Map ( 3 ) ( 5 ) , uncommon, one BG record every ~10 yrs...
What does Comacmaeops brunnea eat?
The diet of the Comacmaeops brunnea includes conifers? types coll'ed from pinyon pine, but that sp. is restricted to the western edge of the beetle's range.
When is Comacmaeops brunnea active?
Comacmaeops brunnea: seasonal activity - Mar-May (BG data).