Longicorn ID: Tool for Diagnosing Cerambycoid Families, Subfamilies, and Tribes

Xenofreini

Classification

Introduction

The tribe Xenofreini Aurivillius, 1923 currently contains 53 species in 3 genera. Photographs of 2 exemplar specimens are currently available for this tribe.

Diagnostic Features of Adults

Body small to moderate-sized, approximately 10-40 mm; generally elongate; body without metallic reflection. Eyes generally reniform, complete (not completely divided into upper and lower lobes). Antennae filiform, unarmed; antennae long, generally extending beyond elytral apices by several segments. Head without distinct lateral or anterior projections. Pronotum shape variable, from approximately subquadrate (about as long as wide) to transverse (distinctly wider than long); lateral margins of pronotum variable, with or without blunt tubercles. Mesocoxal cavity open to mesepimeron. Wings generally complete. Legs with tarsal claws smooth; claws broadly divergent (divaricate).

Diagnostic Features of Larvae

Geographic Distribution of Tribe

Biology and Economic Importance

Biology unknown for members of this tribe. Species of this tribe are potentially invasive outside their native range.

Selected References to Adult Specimens

Selected References to Larvae Specimens

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