Sphallotrichus setosus
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Coleoptera |
| Suborder: | Polyphaga |
| Infraorder: | Cucujiformia |
| Family: | Cerambycidae |
| Subfamily: | Cerambycinae |
| Tribe: | Cerambycini |
| Genus: | Sphallotrichus |
| Species: | S. setosus
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| Binomial name | |
| Sphallotrichus setosus (Germar, 1823)
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Sphallotrichus setosus is a species in the longhorn beetle family Cerambycidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, which suggests a preference for tropical and subtropical environments within these nations.[1][2][3]
This species was first described by Ernst Friedrich Germar in 1824. Just like other members of its family, this beetle is known for its strikingly long antennae and sturdy body.[4]
Ecologically, S. setosus is known to feed on a variety of trees, including guava (Psidium guajava), Cajanus indicus, and species of Annona, making it an important wood-borer in its native habitats[5].
References
- ^ "Catalogue of Life, Sphallotrichus setosus (Germar, 1823)". Retrieved 2024-09-03.
- ^ Bezark, Larry G. "A Photographic Catalog of the Cerambycidae of the New World". Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ Monné, M.A.; Nearns, E.H. (2024). "Catalogue of the Cerambycidae (Coleoptera) of America". Retrieved 2024-07-13.
- ^ "Clinidium (Clinidium) incis R.T.Bell, 1970 | COL". www.catalogueoflife.org. Retrieved 2025-08-19.
- ^ "Florida Entomologist". bioone.org. Retrieved 2025-08-19.