Grammoptera abdominalis (Stephens 1831)

Foodplant / internal feeder
larva of Grammoptera abdominalis feeds within rotten, fungus-infested branch of Broadleaved trees

Foodplant / internal feeder
larva of Grammoptera abdominalis feeds within rotten, fungus-infested branch of Quercus
Other: major host/prey

Fungus / associate
larva of Grammoptera abdominalis is associated with mycelium of Vuilleminia comedens
Other: major host/prey

Foodplant / visitor
imago of Grammoptera abdominalis visits for nectar and/or pollen flower of Crataegus
Remarks: season: end 4-8
Other: major host/prey

Foodplant / visitor
imago of Grammoptera abdominalis visits for nectar and/or pollen flower of Magnoliopsida
Remarks: season: end 4-8

Grammoptera abdominalis is a species of beetle in family Cerambycidae. It is found in the Palearctic The species is widespread in Europe eastward to the Caucasus. In the Nordic region, the species is very rare. The larvae develop in dead branches of oak attacked by fungi, especially the species Vuilleminia comedens, but it is possible that it is not specifically related to this species. Larvae development probably takes two years. The adults can be found in May–June, preferably on flowers.