Cerambyx scopolii is species of longhorn beetle native to Europe. Its wood-boring larvae will grow in oak, willow, and chestnut, and in sufficient density can kill a tree.
From Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Capricorn beetle being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Cerambycidae
- Genus
- Cerambyx
- Species
- Cerambyx scopolii
Found one? Take a photo and B.inomen will suggest what it is, free.
Check your photo