Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
ne.US to Great Plains
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larval hosts: hickory ( Carya ), sumac ( Rhus )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Stenocorus cylindricollis ( Say 1824)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Stenocorus cylindricollis. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Stenocorus cylindricollis
What is Stenocorus cylindricollis?
Stenocorus cylindricollis is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Stenocorus cylindricollis?
12‒22 mm
Where is Stenocorus cylindricollis found?
Range: ne.US to Great Plains
What is the life cycle of a Stenocorus cylindricollis?
