Sennius cruentatus

(Horn, 1873)

Sennius cruentatus is a leaf beetle in the Chrysomelidae. It has been recorded in Central America and North America. The Sennius belongs to the Bruchinae, commonly known as seed beetles or bean weevils, though the specific of this species remains poorly documented.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sennius cruentatus: /ˈsɛniˌʊs kruːɛnˈtɑːtʊs/

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Distribution

Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in both regions.

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Taxonomic Note

The Sennius is classified within Chrysomelidae, Bruchinae. Members of this subfamily are commonly referred to as seed beetles due to their larval development inside seeds, though this specific habit has not been directly confirmed for S. cruentatus.

Data Limitations

Only 7 iNaturalist observations and minimal published literature exist for this . Most aspects of its remain undocumented.

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