Sternidius mimeticus
This record describes Sternidius mimeticus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Acanthocinini
- Genus
- Sternidius
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
A common eastern U.S. species
Seasonal Activity
Active April-October Mar-Nov in so. TX (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Various hardwoods and shrubs including oaks, pecans, ebony, and retama
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Sternidius mimeticus. 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 Sternidius mimeticus (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Sternidius mimeticus
How big is Sternidius mimeticus?
5-9 mm
Where is Sternidius mimeticus found?
Range: A common eastern U.S. species
What does Sternidius mimeticus eat?
The diet of the Sternidius mimeticus includes Various hardwoods and shrubs including oaks, pecans, ebony, and retama.
When is Sternidius mimeticus active?
Sternidius mimeticus: seasonal activity - Active April-October Mar-Nov in so. TX (BG data).