Clytus marginicollis Laporte and Gory, 1835
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Pine forests--found under bark of broken pine branches. Larvae feed on dead branches of "hard" pines. (BugGuide)

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Clytus marginicollis
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Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Infraorder: Cucujiformia
Family: Cerambycidae
Genus: Clytus
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C. marginicollis
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Clytus marginicollis
Laporte & Gory, 1835

Clytus marginicollis is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae. It was described by Laporte and Gory in 1835.[1] It is known for its distinctive appearance and is found in various regions, showcasing a diverse range of markings and colors.

Description

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C. marginicollis on a leaf

C. marginicollis is a small, 6–10 mm (0.24–0.39 in) black beetle with yellow banding. It resembles a small hairy wasp.[2] The larvae feed on dead pine branches, and adults are often found under the bark of pines.

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  1. ^ "Clytus marginicollis Castelnau & Gory, 1841". Global Biodiversity Information Facility. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
  2. ^ "Species Clytus marginicollis". bugguide.net. Retrieved 2024-08-12.