Description

Beetle, Batocera parryi guttata, Long-horn Beetle from Indonesia, Specimen.

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Batocera parryi guttata is a distinctive variety of the longhorn beetle species Batocera parryi, belonging to the family Cerambycidae. This subspecies is noted for its unique coloration and is found in various regions across Southeast Asia, including Indonesia.

🐞 Taxonomy

• Scientific Name: Batocera parryi var. guttata

• Authority: Described by Snellen van Vollenhoven in 1871

• Synonymy: Classified as a variety (var. guttata) of Batocera parryi Wikipedia

🌍 Distribution

Batocera parryi guttata is found in several Southeast Asian countries, including:

• Indonesia: Particularly in Sumatra and the Tanimbar Islands biomes.be

• Malaysia: Specifically in Pahang cerambycoidea.com

• Other Regions: Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, and parts of India and China Wikipedia

🖌️ Description

• Size: Typically ranges from 30 to 50 mm in length

• Coloration: Characterized by a dark body with contrasting pale spots or patches

• Antennae: Long and slender, extending beyond the body length, which is a common feature in longhorn beetles

🌿 Habitat & Ecology

Batocera parryi guttata inhabits tropical and subtropical forests, where it plays a role in the decomposition of wood. The larvae bore into decaying hardwoods, contributing to nutrient recycling in the ecosystem.

🎯 Significance

This beetle is of interest to entomologists and collectors due to its distinctive appearance and role in forest ecosystems. However, like many longhorn beetles, it may be susceptible to habitat loss and environmental changes.

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