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.

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