Zorion
''Zorion'' is a genus of longhorn beetle of the family Longhorn beetle, Cerambycidae that is endemic to New Zealand. About 10 species are currently recognised. Distribution ''Zorion'' is endemic to New Zealand and is widespread throughout the North Island, North and South Island. Some species are also found on offshore islands: Select species * ''Zorion angustifasciatum'' – Manawatāwhi / Three Kings Islands, Three Kings Islands. * ''Zorion dugdalei'' – Poor Knights Islands, Poor Knight's Islands * ''Zorion nonmaculatum'' – D'Urville Island * ''Zorion opacum'' – Chatham Islands Habitat They are often found in great numbers on flowers. Canopies and bushes are also common locations that ''Zorion'' often inhabit. Additionally, some species can also be found on flowering Chinese Privet (''Ligustrum sinense)'' .Kuschel, G. 1990: Beetles in a suburban environment: a New Zealand case study. ''DSIR PLANT PROTECTION REPORT'': 3: Other examples include: * ''Z. opacum'' we ...
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