Woodbine Borer
Saperda puncticollis
This record describes Saperda puncticollis (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
yellow-margined elytra and four black spots on top of the the yellow pronotum are unique. Woodbine is another name for virginia creeper ( Parthenocissus quinquefolia ).
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Saperdini
- Genus
- Saperda
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US
Seasonal Activity
Flies May to August
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Virginia creeper, grape, poison ivy ( Illinois Wildflowers )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Saperda puncticollis Say 1824
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Saperda puncticollis. 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 Woodbine Borer
What is Woodbine Borer?
Woodbine Borer (Saperda puncticollis) is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Woodbine Borer?
8-12mm
How do you identify Woodbine Borer?
yellow-margined elytra and four black spots on top of the the yellow pronotum are unique.
Where is Woodbine Borer found?
Range: e US
What does Woodbine Borer eat?
The diet of the Woodbine Borer includes Virginia creeper, grape, poison ivy ( Illinois Wildflowers ).
When is Woodbine Borer active?
Woodbine Borer: seasonal activity - Flies May to August.