Stenosphenus dolosus
This record describes Stenosphenus dolosus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2013 mostly coll'ed beating, sweeping or via traps as this sp. very rarely comes to lights ( 4 )
Identification notes
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2013
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Elaphidiini
- Genus
- Stenosphenus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
TX to ne. Mex. - Map , mostly Devils R. to e. of the Brazos R.
Seasonal Activity
Mar-June, Sept-Nov, relatively abundant in both spring and fall.
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Prosopis, Acacia, Leucaena
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Stenosphenus dolosus Horn 1885
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Stenosphenus dolosus. 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 Stenosphenus dolosus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Chuck Entz
Frequently Asked Questions About Stenosphenus dolosus
What is Stenosphenus dolosus?
Stenosphenus dolosus is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Stenosphenus dolosus?
Det. M. A. Quinn, 2013
Where is Stenosphenus dolosus found?
Range: TX to ne. Mex. - Map , mostly Devils R. to e. of the Brazos R.
What does Stenosphenus dolosus eat?
The diet of the Stenosphenus dolosus includes Prosopis, Acacia, Leucaena.
When is Stenosphenus dolosus active?
Stenosphenus dolosus: seasonal activity - Mar-June, Sept-Nov, relatively abundant in both spring and fall..