Metacmaeops vittata
(Swederus, 1787)
Metacmaeops vittata is a of flower longhorn beetle in the Cerambycidae, Lepturinae. It has been documented from mesic forest in eastern North America, including Quebec and Vermont. In Missouri, it has been recorded from Trail of Tears State Park in the southeastern part of the state, where it occurs in association with typically eastern tree species such as American beech, tulip poplar, and cucumbertree. The species is considered rare in collections and appears to have specific habitat requirements.
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Habitat
Mesic forests supporting eastern tree including American beech (Fagus grandifolia), tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), and cucumbertree (Magnolia acuminata). In Missouri, documented from Trail of Tears State Park in a unique mesic forest that represents one of few sites in the southeastern part of the state with these tree species.
Distribution
Eastern North America. Documented from Quebec, Canada; Vermont, USA; and southeastern Missouri, USA.