Mimosestes amicus
(Horn, 1873)
Mimosestes amicus is a small in the leaf beetle Chrysomelidae, originally described as Bruchus amicus by Horn in 1873. It occurs in North America, Central America, and Hawaii. The has been documented with new plant records, though specific hosts are not detailed in available sources. Like other members of its , it is associated with leguminous plants.
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 Bruchidae in older literature, Mimosestes amicus is currently classified in Chrysomelidae. The Bruchidae is now treated as Bruchinae within Chrysomelidae in modern classifications.