Bug Identifier
Longhorn beetle (likely a flat-faced longhorn)
Community identification

Longhorn beetle (likely a flat-faced longhorn)

Unknown from the photograph; likely subfamily Cerambycinae

Order & Family
Coleoptera; family Cerambycidae
Size
Approximately 15–25 mm long, excluding antennae, based on the specimen’s scale.
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Natural Habitat

Woodlands, forest edges, and areas containing dead or stressed hardwood; adults may visit lights or buildings.

Diet & Feeding

Larvae usually tunnel through and consume wood beneath bark; adults commonly feed on nectar, pollen, sap, or foliage, depending on species.

Behavior Patterns

Adults are generally nocturnal or crepuscular and may be attracted to lights. Larvae develop inside wood for months to years before pupating and emerging as adults.

Risks & Benefits

Most species are harmless to people and do not bite unless handled. Larvae help decompose wood, though some species can damage firewood, timber, or living trees; a species-level identification requires a clearer image and locality.