Subfamily Cerambycinae Rank Genus | Family Cerambycidae Scientific name Cerambyx Order Beetle | |
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Lower classifications Cerambyx cerdo, Cerambyx scopolii | ||
Cerambyx is a genus of beetles in the family Cerambycidae (longhorn beetles). They are commonly known as capricorn beetles, as their strong, stout and curved antennae, each segment of which flares towards the tip, are reminiscent of the horns of an Alpine Ibex (Capra ibex) or "capricorn".
This genus contains approximately 30 species, including:
Great capricorn beetle cerambyx cerdo
References
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