Susuacanga stigmatica
This record describes Susuacanga stigmatica (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. D. Heffern, 1993 Attracted to lights
Identification notes
Det. D. Heffern, 1993
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Eburiini
- Genus
- Susuacanga
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
s. TX (Starr to Cameron to Nueces Co.) / Mex. to Guat. - Map
Seasonal Activity
Adults active Mar-May, Sept-Nov ,(BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larval host: hackberry ( Celtis ), also on Salix, Acacia
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Susuacanga stigmatica. 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 Susuacanga stigmatica (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Will Chatfield-Taylor; Additional contributions by Joshua Stuart Rose , Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Susuacanga stigmatica
What is Susuacanga stigmatica?
Susuacanga stigmatica is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Susuacanga stigmatica?
Det. D. Heffern, 1993
Where is Susuacanga stigmatica found?
Range: s. TX (Starr to Cameron to Nueces Co.) / Mex. to Guat. - Map
What does Susuacanga stigmatica eat?
The diet of the Susuacanga stigmatica includes Larval host: hackberry ( Celtis ), also on Salix, Acacia.
When is Susuacanga stigmatica active?
Susuacanga stigmatica: seasonal activity - Adults active Mar-May, Sept-Nov ,(BG data).