Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle
Strangalia sexnotata
This record describes Strangalia sexnotata (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Less elongated than other members of genus with strong elytral spots. Elytral pubescence bristly. One form, noted from south-central states, has first few antennomeres black and pale legs. Coastal form from Virginia, etc. has mostly dark legs and antennae .
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
se US to AZ (NC-FL to MO-OK-AZ) - Map
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Strangalia sexnotata Haldeman 1847
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Strangalia sexnotata. 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 Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , PaleoJon
Frequently Asked Questions About Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle
What is Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle?
Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle (Strangalia sexnotata) is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle?
8-13 mm
How do you identify Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle?
Less elongated than other members of genus with strong elytral spots. Elytral pubescence bristly. One form, noted from south-central states, has first few antennomeres black and pale legs. Coastal form from Virginia, etc. has mostly dark legs and antennae .
Where is Six-spotted Flower Longhorn Beetle found?
Range: se US to AZ (NC-FL to MO-OK-AZ) - Map