Tetraopes linsleyi
This record describes Tetraopes linsleyi (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. J. A. Chemsak Obsolete link on patronym (http://museum.unl.edu/research/entomology/workers/GLinsley.htm) replaced with link to a Wikipedia article 8/3/2022.
Identification notes
Det. J. A. Chemsak
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lamiinae
- Tribe
- Tetraopini
- Genus
- Tetraopes (Milkweed Longhorn Beetles)
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Seems to prefer milkweed stands on relatively xeric substrates (Hovore & Giesbert 1976)
Geographic Range
AZ to c. TX
Seasonal Activity
May-Aug in TX (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Pineneedle Milkweed - Asclepias linaria - USDA Horsetail Milkweed - Asclepias subverticillata - USDA Antelopehorns - Asclepias asperula capricornu - USDA Wavyleaf Twinevine - Funastrum crispum - USDA
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tetraopes linsleyi Chemsak 1963
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tetraopes linsleyi. 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 Tetraopes linsleyi (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by cotinis
Frequently Asked Questions About Tetraopes linsleyi
What is Tetraopes linsleyi?
Tetraopes linsleyi is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Tetraopes linsleyi?
Det. J. A. Chemsak
Where is Tetraopes linsleyi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Seems to prefer milkweed stands on relatively xeric substrates (Hovore & Giesbert 1976) |
| Range | AZ to c. TX |
What does Tetraopes linsleyi eat?
The diet of the Tetraopes linsleyi includes Pineneedle Milkweed - Asclepias linaria - USDA Horsetail Milkweed - Asclepias subverticillata - USDA Antelopehorns - Asclepias asperula capricornu - USDA Wavyleaf Twinevine - Funastrum crispum - USDA.
When is Tetraopes linsleyi active?
Tetraopes linsleyi: seasonal activity - May-Aug in TX (BG data).