Strangalepta abbreviata
This record describes Strangalepta abbreviata (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Elytra | elytra variable, usually striped, but may be all black. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum relatively globose, w/o apical collar (unlike in Pidonia ), which, like the elytra, is weakly punctate, with short pubescence. |
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Strangalepta
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e. NA
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae in various decaying conifers and hardwoods , adults on var. flowers
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Strangalepta abbreviata ( Germar 1824)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Strangalepta abbreviata. 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 Strangalepta abbreviata (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Troy Bartlett; Additional contributions by Mike Boone , cotinis , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Strangalepta abbreviata
What is Strangalepta abbreviata?
Strangalepta abbreviata is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Strangalepta abbreviata?
10-14 mm
How do you identify Strangalepta abbreviata?
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Elytra | elytra variable, usually striped, but may be all black. |
| Pronotum | Pronotum relatively globose, w/o apical collar (unlike in Pidonia ), which, like the elytra, is weakly punctate, with short pubescence. |
Where is Strangalepta abbreviata found?
Range: e. NA
What does Strangalepta abbreviata eat?
The diet of the Strangalepta abbreviata includes Larvae in various decaying conifers and hardwoods , adults on var. flowers.