Sphenophorus cicatristriatus
- Pronunciation
- /SFEE-noh-FOH-rus sik-ah-tris-tree-AY-tus/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Sphenophorus cicatristriatus
- Plural
- Sphenophorus cicatristriatus
Definition
A species of weevil known for its distinctive, raised, and often bright-colored markings.
Etymology
From Greek 'sphēn', meaning 'wedge', and 'phoros', meaning 'bearer', and Latin 'cicatri-', meaning 'scar', and 'striatus', meaning 'grooved'.
Example
Sphenophorus cicatristriatus is often found feeding on various plant species in temperate regions.
Related Terms
- Weevil
- Dryophthoridae
- Plant feeders