Unlike its close relative, it rarely frequents citrus trees
Anoplophora oshimana tokunoshimana
Coleoptera / Family: Cerambycidae
- Total length
- approx. 35-38 mm
- Range
- Tokunoshima
Active during the day, it is often seen resting on trees. In the diorama, it can be observed on a tree trunk.
This subspecies of A. oshimana has black wings with milky white spots.
It feeds on Isunoki witch hazel. Whereas it is generally believed not to harm citrus trees on farmland, a close relative, A. malasiaca, was introduced from mainland Japan, and hybrids of the two species have been reported to cause damage to citrus trees.
Habitat of This Animal:
B:Forest along the mountain ridge - B1:Forest near the settlement
Most of the forests in Tokunoshima Island are secondary forests that were once cleared in the past. Especially near the settlements, there are forests that have become well-lit thanks to recent pruning. Remains of paths, charcoal kilns, and fields form a reminder of the relationship between people and nature. Such forests accessible from settlements are inhabited by many living creatures fond of the well-lit environment.
This B1:Forest near the settlement