Yellow Douglas Fir Borer
Centrodera spurca
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Chrysomeloidea
- Family: Cerambycidae
- Subfamily: Lepturinae
- Tribe: Rhagiini
- Genus: Centrodera
- Species: spurca
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Centrodera spurca: /sɛnˈtroʊdɛrə ˈspɜrkə/
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Summary
Centrodera spurca, commonly known as the yellow Douglas fir borer, is a longhorn beetle native to North America that primarily feeds on wood from Douglas fir trees, contributing to forest dynamics and sometimes impacting timber production.
Physical Characteristics
Centrodera spurca is a longhorn beetle with unique characteristics typical of the Cerambycidae family, including long antennae and a robust body.
Identification Tips
Look for the characteristic yellow coloration and elongated shape, typical of longhorn beetles.
Habitat
Prefers coniferous forests, particularly areas with Douglas fir trees.
Distribution
Found primarily in North America, including regions in British Columbia, California, Utah, and Baja.
Diet
Larvae primarily feed on the wood of Douglas fir and other coniferous trees.
Life Cycle
The life cycle includes egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages, with larvae developing within the wood.
Reproduction
Adults emerge in late spring and early summer to mate and lay eggs in suitable host trees.
Ecosystem Role
Plays a role in the decomposition of wood and nutrient cycling in forest ecosystems.
Economic Impact
Can be considered a pest in forestry, particularly affecting the health of Douglas fir trees.
Collecting Methods
- Hand collection
- Trapping methods appropriate for beetles
Preservation Methods
- Pinning
- Setting in alcohol
- Embedding in resin
Similar Taxa
Tags
- Centrodera spurca
- Yellow Douglas Fir Borer
- Cerambycidae
- North America
- Longhorn Beetle