Leptostylus asperatus
This record describes Leptostylus asperatus (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
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Acanthocinini
- Genus
- Leptostylus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
se US (MD-FL-TX)
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Aug
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Oak, sumac
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Leptostylus asperatus (Haldeman 1847)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Leptostylus asperatus. 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 Leptostylus asperatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Eric R. Eaton; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Leptostylus asperatus
How big is Leptostylus asperatus?
9-13 mm
Where is Leptostylus asperatus found?
Range: se US (MD-FL-TX)
What does Leptostylus asperatus eat?
The diet of the Leptostylus asperatus includes Oak, sumac.
When is Leptostylus asperatus active?
Leptostylus asperatus: seasonal activity - Apr-Aug.