Xylotrechus aceris
Fisher, 1917
Gallmaking Maple Borer
Xylotrechus aceris is a of longhorn in the , described by Fisher in 1917. It is commonly known as the Gallmaking Maple Borer, indicating a likely association with maple trees (Acer spp.). The species occurs in North America, with records from Canada including Ontario and Québec. Like other members of the Xylotrechus, it belongs to the tribe Clytini, which contains many wood-boring beetles.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Xylotrechus aceris: //ˌzaɪloʊˈtrɛkus ˈæsərɪs//
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Distribution
North America; recorded from Ontario and Québec, Canada.
Host Associations
- Acer - probable Specific epithet and suggest association with maple trees, though explicit records are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Xylotrechus colonusCongeneric in the same tribe Clytini, also attracted to fermenting ; differs in distribution and associations.
More Details
Nomenclature
The specific epithet 'aceris' is derived from Acer, the of maple trees, strongly suggesting but not confirming a relationship.
Data Limitations
Available sources provide minimal biological information beyond taxonomic placement and distribution. The 'Gallmaking Maple Borer' implies formation , but this has not been verified from primary literature.