Parandra polita
This record describes Parandra polita (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Parandra polita (Parandra polita) is a species in the family Cerambycidae, commonly known as longhorn beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Parandrinae, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Chrysomeloidea. This species belongs to the genus Parandra. As a member of class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda, it is part of the kingdom Animalia. Size: 10‒25 mm. Active during Jun‒Aug.
Wikipedia reference for Parandra polita: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parandra polita.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Parandrinae
- Genus
- Parandra
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e.US (MA‒MN to FL‒TX) to Bolivia
Seasonal Activity
Jun‒Aug ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in heartwood of hickory, tuliptree, beech
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Parandra polita Say 1835
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Parandra polita. 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 Parandra polita (9)
Photo credits: (c) John P Friel, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by John P Friel | (c) John and Kendra Abbott, all rights reserved, uploaded by John and Kendra Abbott | (c) katrina hashagen, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by katrina hashagen | (c) Gordon C. Snelling, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Gordon C. Snelling | no rights reserved, uploaded by kcthetc1 | Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by cotinis , TCMacRae , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Parandra polita
What is Parandra polita?
Parandra polita is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Parandra polita?
10‒25 mm
Where is Parandra polita found?
Range: e.US (MA‒MN to FL‒TX) to Bolivia
What does Parandra polita eat?
The diet of the Parandra polita includes Larvae in heartwood of hickory, tuliptree, beech.
When is Parandra polita active?
Parandra polita: seasonal activity - Jun‒Aug ( 3 ).