Mimosestes amicus

(Horn, 1873)

Mimosestes amicus is a small in the , originally described as Bruchus amicus by Horn in 1873. It occurs in North America, Central America, and Hawaii. The has been documented with new records, though specific hosts are not detailed in available sources. Like other members of its , it is associated with leguminous plants.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Mimosestes amicus: /maɪmoʊˈsɛstiːz ˈæmɪkəs/

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Distribution

North America, Central America (Middle America), and Hawaii.

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Taxonomic History

Originally described as Bruchus amicus by Horn in 1873, later transferred to the Mimosestes.

Family Placement Note

Despite references to in older literature, Mimosestes amicus is currently classified in . The Bruchidae is now treated as Bruchinae within Chrysomelidae in modern .

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