Species: Anoplophora chinensis
English Name: Citrus Longhorn Beetle
Chinese Name: 星天牛
Family: Cerambycidae
Description:
Adults have about 2-4 cm in length, excluding the antennae. The body is shiny black with about 20 white spots on the elytra. The larvae is 4,5-5 cm long, yellowish white in color and has a cylinder body. It is a serious invasive pest as the larvae feed on the inside of trees leaving them weakened.
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References:
– Easton, E. R. (1993). The insects of Macau. Macau: University of Macau Publications Centre.