Allandrus

LeConte, 1876

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Allandrus is a of fungus weevils in the Anthribidae, established by LeConte in 1876. The genus comprises nine described distributed across North America, Europe, and the Comoros. Members are associated with fungal , consistent with the ecological profile of Anthribidae.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Allandrus: /ˈæl.æn.drəs/

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Distribution

Recorded from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and North America; one (A. comorensis) described from the Comoros.

Similar Taxa

  • AnthribusBoth are of fungus weevils in Anthribidae; Allandrus distinguished by specific antennal and rostral characters per original description
  • BrachytarsusAnother anthribid with overlapping distribution; requires examination of tarsal and antennal club structure for separation

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