Agasicles

Jacoby, 1904

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Agasicles is a of flea beetles in the Chrysomelidae ( Halticinae). The genus contains at least one well-studied , Agasicles hygrophila, which has been extensively investigated as a agent. Members of this genus are associated with aquatic or semi-aquatic and exhibit specialized herbivorous feeding habits. The genus was established by Jacoby in 1904.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Agasicles: /ˌæɡəˈsaɪkliːz/

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Habitat

Aquatic and semi-aquatic environments associated with plant stands. Field observations document presence in Louisiana from southern to northern regions, spanning diverse wetland conditions.

Distribution

Native to South America (Argentina); introduced and established in the United States for purposes. Field documented in Louisiana.

Host Associations

  • Alternanthera philoxeroides - primary alligatorweed; sole documented for A. hygrophila

Ecological Role

agent for aquatic weeds; natural enemy that reduces plant .

Human Relevance

Used in programs to manage alligatorweed (Alternanthera philoxeroides). First insect studied for of an aquatic weed.

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