Elytroleptus divisus
This record describes Elytroleptus divisus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
long series (12 spmns) in the UTIC coll'ed in April from Dimmit Co. in s. TX ( 5 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Trachyderini
- Genus
- Elytroleptus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Dallas, TX to c. Mex. - Map
Seasonal Activity
Apr-June per 14 spmn in the UTIC ( 5 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Adults on blossoms and foliage of Karwinskia, Condalia
Life History
larval habits unk. They prey upon lycid beetles (Eisner, 2008).
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Elytroleptus divisus. 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 Elytroleptus divisus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Elytroleptus divisus
What is Elytroleptus divisus?
Elytroleptus divisus is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Elytroleptus divisus found?
Range: Dallas, TX to c. Mex. - Map
What does Elytroleptus divisus eat?
The diet of the Elytroleptus divisus includes Adults on blossoms and foliage of Karwinskia, Condalia.
When is Elytroleptus divisus active?
Elytroleptus divisus: seasonal activity - Apr-June per 14 spmn in the UTIC ( 5 ).
What is the life cycle of a Elytroleptus divisus?
larval habits unk. They prey upon lycid beetles (Eisner, 2008).