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Mesquite girdler

Mesquite girdler

Oncideres rhodosticta

A species of Twig girdling beetles

Oncideres rhodosticta is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae. It was described by Henry Walter Bates in 1885. It is known from the United States and Mexico.

General Info About Mesquite girdler
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Attributes of Mesquite girdler
Colors
Black
White
Orange
Habitat
field
Adult Food Sources
Tree sap, leaves, bark, flowers, fruit
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Mesquite girdler is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
The Mesquite girdler can bore into the wood and may damage its structure, or even harm the health of trees. Stay alert if you frequently observe it in your house.
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Mesquite girdler feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Mesquite girdler
Common and widespread
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Distribution Area of Mesquite girdler
United States, Mexico
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Life Cycle of Mesquite girdler
Egg At this initial stage, the eggs of mesquite girdler are laid by the female, often in concealed locations. The eggs are small, oval, and may possess a distinct color to blend with the environment.
Larva The larva of mesquite girdler hatches with a voracious appetite, growing significantly in size. It exhibits a segmented body without wings, and its coloration is typically pale or white, contrasting with later stages.
Pupal During pupation, mesquite girdler becomes dormant, encased in a protective cocoon or cell within the host material. It undergoes remarkable transformation, as the body reorganizes into the adult form, which may be darker and more robust.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult mesquite girdler'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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Interesting Facts About Mesquite girdler
Mesquite girdler can create precise cuts in tree branches to induce sap flow, a unique behavior called 'girdling' which is vital for their reproduction.
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Scientific Classification of Mesquite girdler
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Adult Habitat of Mesquite girdler
Forests and Woodlands
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Habitat Preferences of Mesquite girdler Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of mesquite girdler are often concealed under the bark of dead or dying trees, providing a shielded environment essential for their development. Larvae tend to bore deep into the heartwood, making infested trees a prime searching ground. When it comes to locating pupae, one should examine the inner layers of bark or in the woody tissue beneath, as they create pupal chambers in these areas. Adults of mesquite girdler, on the other hand, can usually be found on or near host trees, especially on warm evenings when they are most active. To search for these insects, one would check the trunks and main branches of suitable trees during the appropriate season.
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Harmful Effects of Mesquite girdler
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Forestry Pest

Larvae of mesquite girdler bore into stems and branches, weakening the structural integrity of trees. Infestations may cause dieback, reduced growth, and in severe cases, tree mortality. Large-scale outbreaks can lead to significant economic and ecological impacts, including a potential increase in fire hazards.

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Hurt Plant

Mesquite girdler larvae and adults cause damage universally to plants by boring into stems and branches. This disrupts nutrient and water flow, weakening the host, and can lead to limb death, reduced growth, and, in severe cases, the death of the whole plant.

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