Undulate Checkered Beetle
Cymatodera undulata
This record describes Cymatodera undulata (species). Recorded family: Cleridae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
four black undulating bands, elytral apex dark Det. A. Burke, 2017 comes to lights
Wikipedia reference for Cymatodera undulata: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cymatodera_undulata.
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
on various trees/shrubs/vines infested with wood-boring beetles
Geographic Range
e US to AZ (NY-FL to MN-UT-AZ) & ON - Map , western records rare
Seasonal Activity
mostly Jun-Oct (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cymatodera undulata ( Say 1825)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Cymatodera undulata. 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 Undulate Checkered Beetle (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by cotinis , Bbarnd , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Undulate Checkered Beetle
What is Undulate Checkered Beetle?
Undulate Checkered Beetle (Cymatodera undulata) is a species in the family Cleridae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Undulate Checkered Beetle?
9-12 mm
How do you identify Undulate Checkered Beetle?
four black undulating bands, elytral apex dark Det. A. Burke, 2017
Where is Undulate Checkered Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | on various trees/shrubs/vines infested with wood-boring beetles |
| Range | e US to AZ (NY-FL to MN-UT-AZ) & ON - Map , western records rare |
When is Undulate Checkered Beetle active?
Undulate Checkered Beetle: seasonal activity - mostly Jun-Oct (BG data).