Grammoptera subargentata
This record describes Grammoptera subargentata (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
dorsal pubescens entirely dark (may be somewhat silvery on the pronotum); body always black but legs, antennal bases, and clypeus sometimes reddish ; see comment here
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Grammoptera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
boreal
Geographic Range
across n. NA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: on various hardwoods, incl. sumac, poplar, oak
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Grammoptera subargentata (Kirby in Richardson 1837)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Grammoptera subargentata. 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 Grammoptera subargentata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Grammoptera subargentata
What is Grammoptera subargentata?
Grammoptera subargentata is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Grammoptera subargentata?
5-8 mm
How do you identify Grammoptera subargentata?
dorsal pubescens entirely dark (may be somewhat silvery on the pronotum); body always black but legs, antennal bases, and clypeus sometimes reddish ; see comment here
Where is Grammoptera subargentata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | boreal |
| Range | across n. NA |
What does Grammoptera subargentata eat?
The diet of the Grammoptera subargentata includes on various hardwoods, incl. sumac, poplar, oak.