Dogwood-association

Guides

• Molorchus

  Molorchus is a genus of small longhorn beetles (Cerambycidae) in the tribe Molorchini. Adults are known for their striking resemblance to ants, representing a clear case of Batesian mimicry. The genus contains multiple subgenera and species distributed across North America, Europe, and Asia. Adults are frequently encountered on flowers, particularly those of dogwood (Cornus spp.), where they feed on pollen and nectar.

  CerambycidaeCerambycinaeMolorchiniant-mimicryBatesian-mimicryflower-visitationspring-activityHolarcticdogwood-associationsmall-sizepollen-feeding