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Villose Green Longhorn Beetle

Villose Green Longhorn Beetle

Agapanthia villosoviridescens

A species of longhorn beetle belonging to the Cerambycidae family, characterized by its distinctive green and hairy appearance, native to European regions.

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Villose Green Longhorn Beetle
Villose Green Longhorn Beetle
Villose Green Longhorn Beetle
Villose Green Longhorn Beetle
Villose Green Longhorn Beetle
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Predominantly found in meadows, grasslands, and woodland edges across temperate European landscapes, with particular prevalence in Central and Southern European regions.

Ecological Role

Plays a critical role in ecosystem decomposition processes and serves as a pollinator for various flowering plants, contributing to biodiversity and plant reproduction cycles.

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Dense villose (hairy) covering with green-gray coloration, providing camouflage and thermal regulation
  • LIMBS WINGS Six legs with specialized tarsal segments, capable of walking and climbing vegetation, elytra covering functional hindwings
  • HEAD SENSORY Large antennae extending beyond body length, compound eyes enabling wide visual perception, excellent chemoreceptive capabilities
  • BODY STRUCTURE Elongated cylindrical body typical of longhorn beetles, approximately 12-18 mm in length, with a robust exoskeleton
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Andreas Eichler
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