Neoclytus irroratus
(LeConte, 1858)
Neoclytus irroratus is a of longhorned beetle in the Cerambycidae, first described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1858. The species belongs to the tribe Clytini, a group characterized by their often striking color patterns and association with woody plants. Like other members of the Neoclytus, this species is likely associated with dead or dying hardwood trees, where larvae develop as woodborers. are typically active during the warmer months and may be attracted to fermenting baits or found on vegetation.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neoclytus irroratus: /niːˈɒklaɪtəs ˌɪrəˈrɑːtəs/
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Distribution
North America (present); Middle America including Guatemala (GT) and Honduras (HN).
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Taxonomic History
Described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1858, this has remained in the Neoclytus since its original description. The genus Neoclytus currently contains approximately 85 species distributed primarily in the New World, with the greatest diversity in North and Central America. Members of this genus are frequently encountered in entomological surveys targeting cerambycid beetles in forested and woodland .
Research Context
The has been documented in at least 37 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is encountered with some regularity by naturalists and collectors, though detailed biological studies appear limited in the available literature. As with many Cerambycidae, comprehensive data for N. irroratus remains sparse in published sources.