Strophiona nitens
This record describes Strophiona nitens (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
similar to Typocerus spp., but pronotum strongly constricted towards base and pubescence metallic yellow Det. M. A. Quinn, 2014 attracted to UV lights
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Strophiona
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
CO-FL-NS-MB (mostly ne US - BG data)
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Jul (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: living or dead hardwoods, incl. chestnut, oak, and hickory
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Strophiona nitens. 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 Strophiona nitens (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by cotinis , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Strophiona nitens
What is Strophiona nitens?
Strophiona nitens is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Strophiona nitens?
10-15 mm
How do you identify Strophiona nitens?
similar to Typocerus spp., but pronotum strongly constricted towards base and pubescence metallic yellow Det. M. A. Quinn, 2014
Where is Strophiona nitens found?
Range: CO-FL-NS-MB (mostly ne US - BG data)
What does Strophiona nitens eat?
The diet of the Strophiona nitens includes living or dead hardwoods, incl. chestnut, oak, and hickory.
When is Strophiona nitens active?
Strophiona nitens: seasonal activity - Jun-Jul (BG data).