Cymatodera bicolor
This record describes Cymatodera bicolor (species). Recorded family: Cleridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Cleroidea
- Family
- Cleridae (Checkered Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Tillinae
- Genus
- Cymatodera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
has been collected from juniper, flowering dogwood, spice bush, pig-nut hickory, birch and sycamore
Geographic Range
e. NA to Rockies (NS-ON-ND-WY to FL-AZ) / Mex. - Map , mostly ne N. Amer.
Seasonal Activity
mostly: May-July in the north (BG data), Apr-Aug in FL
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cymatodera bicolor (Say 1825)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cymatodera bicolor. 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 Cymatodera bicolor (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Cymatodera bicolor
How big is Cymatodera bicolor?
10 mm
Where is Cymatodera bicolor found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | has been collected from juniper, flowering dogwood, spice bush, pig-nut hickory, birch and sycamore |
| Range | e. NA to Rockies (NS-ON-ND-WY to FL-AZ) / Mex. - Map , mostly ne N. Amer. |
When is Cymatodera bicolor active?
Cymatodera bicolor: seasonal activity - mostly: May-July in the north (BG data), Apr-Aug in FL.