Tawny Longhorn Beetle
Paracorymbia fulva
This record describes Paracorymbia fulva (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Paracorymbia fulva is a large longhorn beetle, 9-14 mm long. Its golden brown elytra (wing cases) are tipped with black. It also has black legs and antennae. It is usually found near to the coast in the southern half of England, from Norfolk round to Cornwall. Adults are usually on the wing in June and July. Little is known as the larvae of this species have never been found. The adult is found in broad-leaved woodland. Uncommon nationally with nearly all records coming from coastal areas in the southern half of Britain. RDB3.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Cerambycidae
- Genus
- Paracorymbia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
It is usually found near to the coast in the southern half of England, from Norfolk round to Cornwall.
Seasonal Activity
Adults are usually on the wing in June and July.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Little is known as the larvae of this species have never been found. The adult is found in broad-leaved woodland.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Uncommon nationally with nearly all records coming from coastal areas in the southern half of Britain. RDB3.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Paracorymbia fulva. 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 Tawny Longhorn Beetle (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Tawny Longhorn Beetle
What is Tawny Longhorn Beetle?
Tawny Longhorn Beetle (Paracorymbia fulva) is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Tawny Longhorn Beetle found?
Habitat: It is usually found near to the coast in the southern half of England, from Norfolk round to Cornwall.
When is Tawny Longhorn Beetle active?
Tawny Longhorn Beetle: seasonal activity - Adults are usually on the wing in June and July..
What is the life cycle of a Tawny Longhorn Beetle?
Little is known as the larvae of this species have never been found. The adult is found in broad-leaved woodland.