Brachyleptura rubrica Classification Family Cerambycidae > Subfamily Lepturinae > Tribe Lepturini > Genus Brachyleptura Diagnostic Features of Larvae Larva. Anterior half of front and gena hairy; epistoma obliquely declivous; labrum transverse, sub-elliptical, anterior edge very broadly rounded from posterior lateral angles ; dorsal angle of mandible abrupt; one ocellus; last joint of maxillary palpi acutely conical, shorter than second. Proeusternum shining, sternellum, mesonotum, and metanotum velvety pubescent, dull; mesosternum and metasternum tuberculate, shining; femur and tibia subequal, tarsus attenuate. Ampullar tubercles beadlike, prominent, separated, four rows usually distinct on seventh tergum. Spiracles oval, peritreme strongly chitinized. One of the commonest eastern species of Leptura. The larva feeds in a great variety of dead hardwoods and conifers. Both well-decayed and solid wood are suitable to its activity. Adapted from Craighead (1923). Biology and Economic Importance Biology and economic importance for this taxon coming soon. Selected References to Larvae Specimens Craighead, 1923