Strangalia luteicornis Classification Family Cerambycidae > Subfamily Lepturinae > Tribe Lepturini > Genus Strangalia Diagnostic Features of Larvae Larva. Essentially like Typocerus velutinus, form more slender; head slightly more elongate; mandibles shorter, little longer than basal width; ocellus prominent; labrum rectangular, sides rounded, front edge straight and (not roundly curved as in T. velutinus) widest at middle. Spiracles more strongly chitinized. Adapted from Craighead (1923). Biology and Economic Importance This larva has been reared from dead, moist, decaying wood of Vitis, Fagus and Ulmus, always in contact with the ground. Adapted from Craighead (1923). Selected References to Larvae Specimens Craighead, 1923