Saperda cretata

Newman, 1838

Spotted Apple Tree Borer

Saperda cretata is a in the , described by Newman in 1838. It is distributed across Canada and the United States. The is commonly known as the Spotted Apple Tree Borer, indicating a likely association with apple and related trees in the rose family (Rosaceae). Like other members of the Saperda, it is expected to have that bore into wood, though specific details of its biology remain poorly documented in available sources.

Annual report (1903) (17807067024) by Internet Archive Book Images. Used under a No restrictions license.

Bulletin - New York State Museum (1904) (20415959556) by New York State Museum;

New York State Museum. Used under a No restrictions license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Saperda cretata: /sæˈpɛrdə krɪˈtɑtə/

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Distribution

Known from Canada (Manitoba, Ontario) and the United States. GBIF records confirm presence in North America with specific records from Manitoba and Ontario in Canada.

Host Associations

apple - inferred from 'Spotted Apple Tree Borer'
trees in Rosaceae - likely based on related

Similar Taxa

Saperda candidaSimilar 'Roundheaded Apple Tree Borer' and likely similar preferences on Rosaceae trees
Saperda lateralisRelated red-edged saperda with similar borer on stressed deciduous trees including maples

More Details

Taxonomic history

Described by Newman in 1838. The has received limited modern study compared to some .

Data gaps

Despite being described nearly 200 years ago, detailed biological information including larval range, , and morphological remain poorly documented in accessible literature.