Aegomorphus modestus
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Chrysomeloidea
- Family: Cerambycidae
- Subfamily: Lamiinae
- Tribe: Acanthoderini
- Genus: Aegomorphus
- Species: modestus
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aegomorphus modestus: /ˌiːɡoʊˈmɔrfəs ˈmoʊdɛstəs/
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Summary
Aegomorphus modestus is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae, described by Gyllenhal in 1817. It is characterized by its distinctive markings and size, commonly found in various regions including deciduous forests.
Physical Characteristics
10‒16 mm in length; M-shaped elytral markings on a mottled background; strong lateral pronotal spines are distinctive.
Identification Tips
Look for M-shaped elytral markings and pronounced lateral spines on the pronotum.
Habitat
Deciduous forests.
Distribution
Quebec to Florida and North Dakota to Texas; also found in the Bahamas.
Diet
Larvae feed on soft decaying hardwoods and pines.
Collecting Methods
- Attracted to lights
- Bait traps
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Tags
- beetle
- Cerambycidae
- Aegomorphus
- insect