Megacyllene robiniae
- Pronunciation
- /meg-uh-SILL-en rob-IN-ee-ey/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Megacyllene robiniae
- Plural
- Megacyllene robiniae
Definition
A species of longhorn beetle known as the locust borer, which inflicts severe damage upon its host, the black locust tree.
Etymology
Example
The larvae of Megacyllene robiniae tunnel through the sapwood and heartwood of black locust trees.
Related Terms
- Locust borer
- Black locust tree
- Longhorn beetle