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Twig Girdler Beetle

Oncideres cingulata
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Summary

Oncideres cingulata, commonly known as the twig girdler, is a species of longhorn beetle found in North America. It is characterized by its elongated body, ranging from 10 to 20 mm in length, and its distinctive behavior of girdling twigs. The adult beetles lay eggs on the twigs of various hardwood trees, and the larvae feed on the inner bark, eventually causing the twigs to break and fall. This behavior can lead to significant damage to trees, particularly fruit and nut-bearing species.

Twig Girdler Beetle

Oncideres cingulata
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Tags

tree pest
pest

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Coleoptera
family: Cerambycidae
genus: Oncideres

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