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locust borer

Megacyllene robiniae

Classification

Class
Insecta

Megacyllene robiniae, commonly known as the locust borer, is a species of longhorn beetle endemic to eastern North America. It is a serious pest of Robinia pseudoacacia, the black locust tree, with which it is sympatric. Etymology The specific name, robiniae, is derived from the name Robinia, which is the generic name of the black locust tree, Robinia pseudoacacia, on which the larvae feed.

Distribution

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United States of America · 5,475Canada · 928Mexico · 1