Psyrassa brevicornis
This record describes Psyrassa brevicornis (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. D. Heffern, 2010 Type Locality: Brownsville, Cameron Co., Texas
Identification notes
Det. D. Heffern, 2010
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Elaphidiini
- Genus
- Psyrassa
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Tamaulipan Thorn-scrub
Geographic Range
s. TX / ne. Mex. (TA, NL) - Map
Seasonal Activity
mostly May-Sept
Diet and Behavior
Diet: adults taken on dead branches of Acacia and Pithecellobium
Life History
taken at lights
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Psyrassa brevicornis Linsley 1934
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Psyrassa brevicornis. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psyrassa brevicornis
What is Psyrassa brevicornis?
Psyrassa brevicornis is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Psyrassa brevicornis?
Det. D. Heffern, 2010
Where is Psyrassa brevicornis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Tamaulipan Thorn-scrub |
| Range | s. TX / ne. Mex. (TA, NL) - Map |
What does Psyrassa brevicornis eat?
The diet of the Psyrassa brevicornis includes adults taken on dead branches of Acacia and Pithecellobium.
When is Psyrassa brevicornis active?
Psyrassa brevicornis: seasonal activity - mostly May-Sept.
What is the life cycle of a Psyrassa brevicornis?
taken at lights