Xestoleptura crassipes
This record describes Xestoleptura crassipes (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
The single hind tibial spur and the strongly produced basal lobe of the elytra around the scutellum separate it from the similar X. crassicornis . --Bob Androw variable:
Wikipedia reference for Xestoleptura crassipes: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xestoleptura crassipes.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Lepturinae
- Tribe
- Lepturini
- Genus
- Xestoleptura
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
w. NA (BC―CA to AB―MT―CO)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Hosts: various conifers and oak
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Xestoleptura crassipes (LeConte 1857)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Xestoleptura crassipes. 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 Xestoleptura crassipes (5)
Photo credits: (c) Russ Aguilar, all rights reserved, uploaded by Russ Aguilar | (c) Matthew Gilbert Koons, some rights reserved (CC BY-ND), uploaded by Matthew Gilbert Koons | (c) Thomas Barbin, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Thomas Barbin | (c) Robin NOEL, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC-SA), uploaded by Robin NOEL | Contributed by Cotinis; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Xestoleptura crassipes
What is Xestoleptura crassipes?
Xestoleptura crassipes is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Xestoleptura crassipes?
8―15 mm
How do you identify Xestoleptura crassipes?
The single hind tibial spur and the strongly produced basal lobe of the elytra around the scutellum separate it from the similar X. crassicornis . --Bob Androw variable:
Where is Xestoleptura crassipes found?
Range: w. NA (BC―CA to AB―MT―CO)
What does Xestoleptura crassipes eat?
The diet of the Xestoleptura crassipes includes Hosts: various conifers and oak.