Oberea flavipes

Haldeman, 1847

Oberea flavipes is a of longhorned beetle ( Cerambycidae) described by Haldeman in 1847. It is known from North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a member of the Oberea, it belongs to a group of beetles commonly referred to as clover stem borers or gall makers. The specific epithet 'flavipes' refers to yellow legs, a characteristic feature of this species.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Oberea flavipes: /oʊˈbeɪrə ˈflævɪpiːz/

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Identification

Members of Oberea can be distinguished from other cerambycid by their slender, elongate bodies and relatively long . Within the genus, O. flavipes is characterized by its yellow legs, as indicated by its specific epithet. Accurate identification to level typically requires examination of genitalia or detailed comparison with related species such as O. oculaticollis, which has dense grayish and dark .

Distribution

North America. Documented from Canada and the United States based on GBIF distribution records.

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Taxonomic note

The Oberea contains numerous that can be difficult to distinguish without detailed examination. The specific epithet 'flavipes' (yellow-footed) provides a useful diagnostic clue for field identification.

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