Raspberry Cane Borer
Oberea affinis
This record describes Oberea affinis (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
- Phytoeciini
- Genus
- Oberea
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e NA north to NS-MB
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae bore stems of living blackberry ( Rubus , Rosaceae)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Oberea affinis Dejean 1835
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Oberea affinis. 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 Raspberry Cane Borer (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Raspberry Cane Borer
How big is Raspberry Cane Borer?
10-16 mm
Where is Raspberry Cane Borer found?
Range: e NA north to NS-MB
What does Raspberry Cane Borer eat?
The diet of the Raspberry Cane Borer includes Larvae bore stems of living blackberry ( Rubus , Rosaceae).