Eusphyrus walshii
LeConte, J.L., 1876
fungus weevil
Eusphyrus walshii is a of fungus weevil in the Anthribidae. It is native to North America and has been recorded in Ontario and Québec, Canada. The species belongs to a of weevils associated with fungal feeding. Like other members of Anthribidae, it possesses a straight rather than elbowed rostrum, distinguishing it from true weevils in Curculionidae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eusphyrus walshii: /juːsˈfaɪrəs ˈwɔːlʃaɪ/
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Identification
Eusphyrus walshii can be distinguished from true weevils (Curculionidae) by its straight, non-geniculate rostrum. Within Anthribidae, identification to requires examination of specific morphological characters such as body shape, antennal structure, and elytral sculpturing; detailed diagnostic features for this species are not readily available in general sources.
Distribution
North America. Documented records from Ontario and Québec, Canada.
Diet
As a fungus weevil, members of this have been observed feeding on fungi. Specific dietary details for E. walshii are not documented.
Similar Taxa
- True weevils (Curculionidae)Possess elbowed (geniculate) rostrum with inserted partway along; Eusphyrus has straight rostrum with terminal antennae
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Taxonomic Note
The epithet is spelled 'walshii' in authoritative sources (LeConte, 1876), though 'walshi' appears in some databases including iNaturalist. The spelling 'walshii' is accepted under the International Code of Zoological .