Eugnamptus angustatus
(Herbst, 1797)
leaf rolling weevil
Eugnamptus angustatus is a leaf rolling weevil in the Attelabidae. It is native to North America, with confirmed records in Ontario, Canada. The is associated with Sassafras albidum, with larvae observed as leaf miners of dead leaves. Two are recognized: E. a. angustatus and E. a. testaceus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eugnamptus angustatus: /juːɡˈnæmptəs ænɡˈsteɪtəs/
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Distribution
North America, including Ontario, Canada.
Diet
Larvae are leaf miners of dead Sassafras albidum leaves. feeding habits are not documented.
Host Associations
- Sassafras albidum - larval dead leaves only
Life Cycle
Larval stage develops as in dead Sassafras albidum leaves.