Necydalis laevicollis
LeConte, 1869
Necydalis laevicollis is a of long-horned beetle in the Cerambycidae, characterized by its distinctive -mimetic appearance. The species occurs in North America, with records from the western United States and Canada including British Columbia. Like other members of the Necydalis, it exhibits morphological adaptations including shortened that expose much of the , contributing to its resemblance to vespid wasps. The species was described by LeConte in 1869.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Necydalis laevicollis: //nɛˈsɪdəlɪs ˌliːvɪˈkɒlɪs//
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Distribution
Recorded from North America, specifically from the western United States and the Canadian province of British Columbia.
Similar Taxa
- Necydalis ovipennisAnother North American Necydalis with similar -mimetic ; N. laevicollis is distinguished by its smooth pronotum (laevicollis = 'smooth neck')