Strangalia acuminata
This record describes Strangalia acuminata (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
antennae, head and prothrorax always black; elytra all black in more southern populations. Extremely slender body makes it recognizable among all-black longhorns.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Strangalia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e NA
Diet and Behavior
Life History
larvae develop in various shrubs & hardwoods
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Strangalina acuminata (Olivier 1795)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Strangalia acuminata. 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 Strangalia acuminata (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by tom murray; Additional contributions by john and jane balaban , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Strangalia acuminata
What is Strangalia acuminata?
Strangalia acuminata is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Strangalia acuminata?
8‒12 mm
How do you identify Strangalia acuminata?
antennae, head and prothrorax always black; elytra all black in more southern populations. Extremely slender body makes it recognizable among all-black longhorns.
Where is Strangalia acuminata found?
Range: e NA
What is the life cycle of a Strangalia acuminata?
larvae develop in various shrubs & hardwoods