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Cimbex americanus

Cimbex americanus

A species of Cimbex

Cimbex americanus is a species of sawfly in the family Cimbicidae. This is a very large species of Hymenoptera, with adults measuring 3 cm and larvae reaching 5 cm long. If captured, adults may buzz and use their powerful spiny legs defensively. However, like other sawflies, this species does not possess a sting. The fly Opheltes glaucopterus is a parasite of the prepupae stage of this sawfly.

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Attributes of Cimbex americanus
Adult Food Sources
Tree sap, honeydew, plant nectar, pollen, fruit juices
Larva Food Source
Willow leaves, elm leaves, poplar leaves, alder leaves, birch leaves
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing-lapping mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Cimbex americanus
Egg At this initial phase, the cimbex americanus's eggs are often oval and tiny, serving as the encapsulated beginning of life. They may vary in color but usually blend with the surroundings for protection.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of cimbex americanus appears worm-like, with a segmented body, and may have spines or hairs for protection. It consumes large amounts of food to fuel rapid growth, shedding its skin several times.
Pupal After the final larval molt, the cimbex americanus enters the pupal stage, exhibiting a hard, protective casing. Within this cocoon, the larva undergoes a remarkable transformation, reorganizing into the adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult cimbex americanus's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Cimbex americanus Larvae
Birds, rodents, predatory beetles, spiders
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Predators of Adult Cimbex americanus
Birds, rodents, praying mantises, spiders, wasps
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Scientific Classification of Cimbex americanus
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Youth Habitat of Cimbex americanus
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Cimbex americanus Through Different Life Stages
To locate the different stages of cimbex americanus, you would search leafy deciduous trees like elms and willows where eggs are laid on leaves or twigs. For larvae, examine the undersides of leaves and along branches, as they feed on foliage. Pupation typically occurs in the soil or in leaf litter near the host trees, so inspect the ground thoroughly in these areas. Adults are commonly found on or around the same types of trees, often visiting flowers for nectar, so look for them in these flowering tree canopies during their active period.
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Harmful Effects of Cimbex americanus
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Hurt Plant

Larvae of cimbex americanus cause damage by chewing plant tissues across various plants with no specific preference. This leads to defoliation which can range from mild to severe depending on larvae numbers, ultimately impacting plant health, growth, and productivity.

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