Ochraethes citrinus
This record describes Ochraethes citrinus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
several old spmns labelled only as having come from Hidalgo or Cameron County ( 7 ) , though a modern record exists from west of Ciudad Victoria, Tamps, Mex. ( 8 )
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Clytini
- Genus
- Ochraethes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Asteraceae flwrs above 6,000ft elevation (D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2021)
Geographic Range
Davis Mtns* & Big Bend NP, TX to C. Amer. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) (*D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2021)
Seasonal Activity
Aug-Nov ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Life History
most records from blossoms of Asteracese ( 5 ) ( 4 ) coll'ed in TX from flwrs of snakeweed - Gutierrezia and sunflowers - Helianthus (Asteraceae) ( 6 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: citrinus (G). 'lemon'
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Ochraethes citrinus. 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 Ochraethes citrinus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Ochraethes citrinus
What is Ochraethes citrinus?
Ochraethes citrinus is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Ochraethes citrinus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Asteraceae flwrs above 6,000ft elevation (D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2021) |
| Range | Davis Mtns* & Big Bend NP, TX to C. Amer. - Map ( 3 ) ( 4 ) (*D. Heffern, pers. comm. to MAQ, 2021) |
When is Ochraethes citrinus active?
Ochraethes citrinus: seasonal activity - Aug-Nov ( 4 ).
What is the life cycle of a Ochraethes citrinus?
most records from blossoms of Asteracese ( 5 ) ( 4 ) coll'ed in TX from flwrs of snakeweed - Gutierrezia and sunflowers - Helianthus (Asteraceae) ( 6 )