Oak-bark Scarrer
Enaphalodes cortiphagus
This record describes Enaphalodes cortiphagus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
see to separate spp.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Elaphidiini
- Genus
- Enaphalodes (Oak Borer)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in thick bark of living mature oak
Geographic Range
e. US, w.TX , and AZ / n. Mexico (SON) - Map , uncommon, mostly e. of the Miss. R. or AZ
Seasonal Activity
Jul-Sep
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Eggs are deposited in bark crevices in the spring. The larvae feed in the bark for 3 years then they bore deeper and excavate a large pupal cell. This cell causes scars on the outer surface of the bark. ( 8 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Enaphalodes cortiphagus (Craighead 1923)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Enaphalodes cortiphagus. 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 Oak-bark Scarrer (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Marci Hess , PaleoJon
Frequently Asked Questions About Oak-bark Scarrer
How big is Oak-bark Scarrer?
20-30 mm
How do you identify Oak-bark Scarrer?
see to separate spp.
Where is Oak-bark Scarrer found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in thick bark of living mature oak |
| Range | e. US, w.TX , and AZ / n. Mexico (SON) - Map , uncommon, mostly e. of the Miss. R. or AZ |
When is Oak-bark Scarrer active?
Oak-bark Scarrer: seasonal activity - Jul-Sep.
What is the life cycle of a Oak-bark Scarrer?
Eggs are deposited in bark crevices in the spring. The larvae feed in the bark for 3 years then they bore deeper and excavate a large pupal cell. This cell causes scars on the outer surface of the bark. ( 8 )