Microgoes oculatus
This record describes Microgoes oculatus (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
- Monochamini
- Genus
- Microgoes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
under bark
Geographic Range
e. NA (MO-GA-ME-IA) / QC-ON - Map , mostly Great Lakes and Appalachia
Seasonal Activity
mostly: Jun-Jul
Diet and Behavior
Diet: numerous hardwoods & shrubs; also pine
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Microgoes oculatus. 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 Microgoes oculatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Troy Bartlett; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , mfdigiro
Frequently Asked Questions About Microgoes oculatus
How big is Microgoes oculatus?
8-15 mm , rarely over 12 mm
Where is Microgoes oculatus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | under bark |
| Range | e. NA (MO-GA-ME-IA) / QC-ON - Map , mostly Great Lakes and Appalachia |
What does Microgoes oculatus eat?
The diet of the Microgoes oculatus includes numerous hardwoods & shrubs; also pine.
When is Microgoes oculatus active?
Microgoes oculatus: seasonal activity - mostly: Jun-Jul.