Etorofus subhamatus
This record describes Etorofus subhamatus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Etorofus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
mixed and coniferous woods
Geographic Range
ne NA (NS-ON to NC-TN) - Map , ne to Great Lakes to down the Appalachian Mtns
Diet and Behavior
Diet: larvae in decomposing Eastern Hemlock ( Tsuga canadensis , Pinaceae) and pines ( Pinus )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Etorofus subhamatus (Randall 1838)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Etorofus subhamatus. 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 Etorofus subhamatus (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Etorofus subhamatus
How big is Etorofus subhamatus?
11-17 mm
Where is Etorofus subhamatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | mixed and coniferous woods |
| Range | ne NA (NS-ON to NC-TN) - Map , ne to Great Lakes to down the Appalachian Mtns |
What does Etorofus subhamatus eat?
The diet of the Etorofus subhamatus includes larvae in decomposing Eastern Hemlock ( Tsuga canadensis , Pinaceae) and pines ( Pinus ).