Taphrocerus laevicollis
LeConte, 1878
Taphrocerus laevicollis is a of metallic wood-boring beetle in the Buprestidae, first described by LeConte in 1878. The species is found in North America. Like other members of the Taphrocerus, it is commonly referred to as a "sedgie wedgie" due to its association with sedges (Carex species).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Taphrocerus laevicollis: /ˌtæfrəˈsɛrəs ˌlɛvɪˈkɒlɪs/
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Distribution
North America
Host Associations
- Carex hyalinolepis - associated withAn undescribed species of Taphrocerus has been found on this sedge in Missouri; T. laevicollis may share similar associations with sedges
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Taxonomic note
The Taphrocerus is currently undergoing revision by entomologists. Several , including potentially T. laevicollis, may be subject to taxonomic reassessment as part of this work.
Field observations
Members of the Taphrocerus are typically collected by sweeping herbaceous vegetation, particularly sedges, in wetland and prairie . They are small, active beetles that can be challenging to detect.