Neaneflus opacicornis
This record describes Neaneflus opacicornis (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
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Elaphidiini
- Genus
- Neaneflus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
AZ to sw.TX / nc. Mex. (Chihuahua) - Map
Seasonal Activity
May-Aug at lights
Diet and Behavior
Diet: reared from Silverleaf Oak ( Quercus hypoleucoides , Fagaceae) & Guayacan ( Guaiacum angustifolium , Zygophyllaceae)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Neaneflus opacicornis. 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 Neaneflus opacicornis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Jim McClarin; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , Maury Heiman , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Neaneflus opacicornis
How big is Neaneflus opacicornis?
13–18 mm
Where is Neaneflus opacicornis found?
Range: AZ to sw.TX / nc. Mex. (Chihuahua) - Map
What does Neaneflus opacicornis eat?
The diet of the Neaneflus opacicornis includes reared from Silverleaf Oak ( Quercus hypoleucoides , Fagaceae) & Guayacan ( Guaiacum angustifolium , Zygophyllaceae).
When is Neaneflus opacicornis active?
Neaneflus opacicornis: seasonal activity - May-Aug at lights.