Tylonotus masoni
This record describes Tylonotus masoni (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
very rare sp. , attracted to UV lights Type: female, labeled Edgebrook, Illinois, June 18, in the collection of the author, paratype: female, labeled Edgebrook, Illinois, Aug. 5, E. Liljeblad collector, in the collection of the late Mr. F. R. Mason after whom the species is named. The author is indebted to Prof. H. C. Fall, who kindly compared the specimen with the material in his collection. (Knull 1928)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Hesperophanini
- Genus
- Tylonotus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
e US to TX (not FL) - Map
Seasonal Activity
May-Aug
Diet and Behavior
Diet: larval feeding habits unknown ,
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Tylonotus masoni. 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 Tylonotus masoni (4)
Photo credits: Contributed by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Tylonotus masoni
What is Tylonotus masoni?
Tylonotus masoni is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Tylonotus masoni?
8-10 mm
Where is Tylonotus masoni found?
Range: e US to TX (not FL) - Map
What does Tylonotus masoni eat?
The diet of the Tylonotus masoni includes larval feeding habits unknown ,.
When is Tylonotus masoni active?
Tylonotus masoni: seasonal activity - May-Aug.