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Beetles of Zihuatanejo

ORDER COLEOPTERA

Callipogonius

Genus Callipogonius

Callipogonius is a genus of beetles belonging to the family Cerambycidae, commonly known as longhorn beetles. Longhorn beetles are characterized by their long antennae, which can be significantly longer than their bodies. The larvae of Callipogonius beetles are wood borers, feeding on the inner tissues of trees and shrubs. Adult beetles may feed on leaves, flowers, or bark, depending on the species.

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