Flat-faced Longhorn Beetle (potentially Spruce Beetle or similar Lamiinae)
Scientific Name: Lamiinae (subfamily)
Order & Family: Order Coleoptera; Family Cerambycidae
Size: 10 mm to 25 mm depending on the specific genus and species.
Natural Habitat
Coniferous and deciduous forests, often found under the bark of dying or dead trees and logs.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae bore into wood and feed on the inner bark and sapwood. Adults typically feed on leaves, bark, and flowers.
Behavior Patterns
They are known for their long antennae and the way they bore intricate tunnels in wood during their larval stage. Adults are most active during the spring and summer months.
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans. While they play a vital role in forest ecosystems by breaking down dead wood, some species can be significant pests to timber and healthy standing trees.
Identified on: 6/21/2026