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Four-banded Longhorn Beetle
Animalia Cerambycidae

Four-banded Longhorn Beetle

Leptura quadrifasciata

A distinctive cerambycid beetle species native to European forests, characterized by its striking yellow and black banded coloration.

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Four-banded Longhorn Beetle
Four-banded Longhorn Beetle
Four-banded Longhorn Beetle
Four-banded Longhorn Beetle
Four-banded Longhorn Beetle
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Temperate deciduous and mixed forests across Europe, particularly in woodland areas with mature trees, focusing on regions with abundant decaying or weakened hardwood trees

Ecological Role

Critical decomposer and wood-recycling organism, contributing to forest ecosystem nutrient cycling and serving as a food source for predatory birds and small mammals

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Hard chitinous exoskeleton with bright aposematic coloration signaling potential toxicity to predators
  • LIMBS WINGS Six legs adapted for climbing tree bark, with tarsal segments providing excellent grip; functional wings beneath hardened elytra
  • HEAD SENSORY Large compound eyes, prominent antennae extending beyond body length, specialized sensory receptors for detecting pheromones and environmental cues
  • BODY STRUCTURE Elongated beetle body, approximately 12-18 mm in length, with robust exoskeleton and distinctive transverse yellow and black bands across elytra
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Ilkka Kaita-aho
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