Crossidius suturalis

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Chrysomeloidea
Family: Cerambycidae
Subfamily: Cerambycinae
Tribe: Trachyderini
Subtribe: Trachyderina
Genus: Crossidius
Species: suturalis

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Crossidius suturalis: //krəˈsɪdiəs sjuːtəˈrɑːlɪs//

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Summary

Crossidius suturalis is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae, described by John Lawrence LeConte in 1858. It has variable coloration and primarily inhabits regions within the Nearctic with a specific association to larval food sources.

Physical Characteristics

Amount of black is variable.

Identification Tips

Look for distinguishing coloration patterns that vary in black intensity.

Habitat

Usually found in areas where its larval food sources, such as Haplopappus sp. (Isocoma sp.), are present.

Distribution

Found in Canada, primarily in California and Texas, also reported in Utah and New Mexico.

Diet

Larvae feed on Haplopappus sp. (Isocoma sp.).