Phymatodes varius
This record describes Phymatodes varius (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Phymatodes varius is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae.
Wikipedia reference for Phymatodes varius: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phymatodes_varius.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Callidiini
- Genus
- Phymatodes
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. US to AZ - Map , absent in se. US (LA-FL)
Seasonal Activity
Apr-Jun (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae feed under bark of Quercus, Carya ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Phymatodes varius (Fabricius 1776)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Phymatodes varius. 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 Phymatodes varius (6)
Photo credits: (c) Mike Quinn, San Marcos, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Mike Quinn, San Marcos | (c) i_fox, all rights reserved, uploaded by i_fox | (c) Rich Kostecke, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Rich Kostecke | (c) Paul Bedell, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC-SA) | (c) Pierrick Bloin, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Pierrick Bloin | Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Phymatodes varius
What is Phymatodes varius?
Phymatodes varius is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Phymatodes varius?
5-10 mm
Where is Phymatodes varius found?
Range: e. US to AZ - Map , absent in se. US (LA-FL)
What does Phymatodes varius eat?
The diet of the Phymatodes varius includes Larvae feed under bark of Quercus, Carya ( 4 ).
When is Phymatodes varius active?
Phymatodes varius: seasonal activity - Apr-Jun (BG data).