Araeoderes
Schaeffer, 1906
Species Guides
1Araeoderes is a of fungus weevils in the Anthribidae, containing a single described , A. texanus. The genus was established by Schaeffer in 1906. As members of Anthribidae, these beetles are associated with fungal associations rather than plant-feeding like true weevils (Curculionidae). The single species is known from Texas.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Araeoderes: /ˌæ.raɪ.oʊˈdɪər.iːz/
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Identification
Members of Araeoderes can be distinguished from true weevils (Curculionidae) by the straight, non-elbowed and the lack of a pronounced rostrum. Within Anthribidae, identification to level requires examination of detailed morphological characters including antennal structure, body form, and elytral sculpturing; specific diagnostic features for Araeoderes relative to other anthribid genera are not well documented in accessible literature.
Distribution
The is represented by A. texanus, which occurs in Texas, United States.
Similar Taxa
- Other Anthribidae generaMany fungus weevil share the general body plan of elongated beetles with straight ; Araeoderes requires careful examination of genitalic and other subtle morphological characters for definitive identification.
- Curculionidae (true weevils)True weevils possess elbowed and usually a prominent rostrum, features absent in Araeoderes and other Anthribidae.