Tetrapriocera longicornis
This record describes Tetrapriocera longicornis (species). Recorded family: Bostrichidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Tetrapriocera longicornis (Tetrapriocera longicornis) is a species in the family Bostrichidae, commonly known as horned powder-post beetles, belonging to the order Coleoptera (Beetles). It is classified within the subfamily Bostrichinae, tribe Xyloperthini, suborder Polyphaga, superfamily Bostrichoidea. This species belongs to the genus Tetrapriocera.
Identification notes
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Bostrichoidea
- Family
- Bostrichidae (Horned Powder-post Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Bostrichinae
- Tribe
- Xyloperthini
- Genus
- Tetrapriocera
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
FL, Caribbean Basin
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Tetrapriocera longicornis (Olivier 1795)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tetrapriocera longicornis. 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 Tetrapriocera longicornis (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Phillip Harpootlian; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Tetrapriocera longicornis
What is Tetrapriocera longicornis?
Tetrapriocera longicornis is a species in the family Bostrichidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How do you identify Tetrapriocera longicornis?
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Where is Tetrapriocera longicornis found?
Range: FL, Caribbean Basin