Araecerus fasciculatus
- Pronunciation
- /ar-a-ser-us fas-si-ku-lat-us/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Araecerus fasciculatus
- Plural
- Araecerus fasciculatus
Definition
A species of beetle belonging to the family Anthribidae, commonly known as the 'coffee bean weevil' or 'tropical warehouse beetle'.
Etymology
The name is derived from Latin, with 'Araecerus' as the genus and 'fasciculatus' referring to a bundle or cluster, possibly describing some characteristic of its habitat or behavior.
Example
Araecerus fasciculatus larvae infest stored grains and can cause significant economic damage.
Related Terms
- Anthribidae
- Coffee bean weevil
- Stored grain pests