Leptura plagifera Classification Family Cerambycidae > Subfamily Lepturinae > Tribe Lepturini > Genus Leptura Diagnostic Features of Larvae Larva. Distinguished from Leptura subhamata by the very fine silky white hairs on body and head. Pupa. Readily distinct from L. subhamata by the absence of the groups of setae on metatergum. This larva has been reared only from western yellow pine (Pinus ponderosa). Adapted from Craighead (1923). Biology and Economic Importance Biology and economic importance for this taxon coming soon. Selected References to Larvae Specimens Craighead, 1923