Neoclytus torquatus
This record describes Neoclytus torquatus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Identification notes
a dimorphic species
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Clytini
- Genus
- Neoclytus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Big Bend NP, Brewster Co., TX / Mex. - Map [cite:912764
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Reared from oak - Quercus sp. (Rice, 1985)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Neoclytus torquatus LeConte 1873
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Neoclytus torquatus. 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 Neoclytus torquatus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Neoclytus torquatus
How do you identify Neoclytus torquatus?
a dimorphic species
Where is Neoclytus torquatus found?
Range: Big Bend NP, Brewster Co., TX / Mex. - Map [cite:912764
What does Neoclytus torquatus eat?
The diet of the Neoclytus torquatus includes Reared from oak - Quercus sp. (Rice, 1985).