Enaphalodes atomarius Classification Family Cerambycidae > Subfamily Cerambycinae > Tribe Elaphidiini > Genus Enaphalodes Diagnostic Features of Larvae Larva. Very similar to Enaphalodes rufulus, but easily distinguished by having a very small and narrowly oval ocellus (or none) besides the antennae, set in a deep groove produced by a large chitinous wrinkle of the gena; anterior edge of hypostoma smooth, not wrinkled; ampullae more wrinkled. Pupa: Pronotum, mesonotum and metanotum glabrous, spines of abdominal terga arranged more transversely, those on posterior border of segments larger; eighth spinose. Adapted from Craighead (1923). Biology and Economic Importance The larva feeds beneath the bark of the base of dead trees or stumps, later going into the sapwood to construct the pupal cells. It has been found in Quercus and Castenea. The larva opens the mine forming the exit hole through which the adult emerges. Two years are required to complete the development. Adapted from Craighead (1923). Selected References to Larvae Specimens Craighead, 1923