Goes fisheri
This record describes Goes fisheri (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
this rather rare sp. is distinguished from pulcher by the grayish pubescence of the elytra. Type Locality: Uvalde, Uvalde Co., Texas
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Monochamini
- Genus
- Goes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
known from a few c. TX spmns (Kendall, Travis, Uvalde Cos.) - Map note, the spmn reported from Raymondville, Willacy Co., TX is not valid (D. Heffern, pers. com. to MAQ, 2019)
Seasonal Activity
May-June (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: unk.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Goes fisheri Dillon & Dillon 1941
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Goes fisheri. 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 Goes fisheri (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Goes fisheri
What is Goes fisheri?
Goes fisheri is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Goes fisheri?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Male | 28 mm |
| Female | 18 mm |
How do you identify Goes fisheri?
this rather rare sp. is distinguished from pulcher by the grayish pubescence of the elytra.
Where is Goes fisheri found?
Range: known from a few c. TX spmns (Kendall, Travis, Uvalde Cos.) - Map note, the spmn reported from Raymondville, Willacy Co., TX is not valid (D. Heffern, pers. com. to MAQ, 2019)
What does Goes fisheri eat?
The diet of the Goes fisheri includes unk..
When is Goes fisheri active?
Goes fisheri: seasonal activity - May-June (BG data).