Tetraopes pilosus
This record describes Tetraopes pilosus (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Very similar to T. annulatus but the integument including callus completely obscured by dense whitish/yellowish-gray pubescence T. annulatus
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
sandy uplands
Geographic Range
NE-CO-NM-TX
Seasonal Activity
Jun-Aug ( 3 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Sand Milkweed ( Asclepias arenaria ), Showy Milkweed ( A. speciosa and Butterflyweed ( A. tuberosa ) (BG data)
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tetraopes pilosus Chemsak 1963
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tetraopes pilosus. 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 pilosus (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn; Additional contributions by Beatriz Moisset , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tetraopes pilosus
What is Tetraopes pilosus?
Tetraopes pilosus is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tetraopes pilosus?
11-17 mm
How do you identify Tetraopes pilosus?
Very similar to T. annulatus but the integument including callus completely obscured by dense whitish/yellowish-gray pubescence T. annulatus
Where is Tetraopes pilosus found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | sandy uplands |
| Range | NE-CO-NM-TX |
What does Tetraopes pilosus eat?
The diet of the Tetraopes pilosus includes Sand Milkweed ( Asclepias arenaria ), Showy Milkweed ( A. speciosa and Butterflyweed ( A. tuberosa ) (BG data).
When is Tetraopes pilosus active?
Tetraopes pilosus: seasonal activity - Jun-Aug ( 3 ).