Raymondionyminae
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3Raymondionyminae is a of small, primarily blind weevils within the Brachyceridae. Members are characterized by reduced or absent , an associated with subterranean or soil-dwelling habits. The subfamily includes at least four : Alaocybites, Gilbertiola, Schizomicrus, and Bordoniola. Most are poorly known, with the majority of records coming from South America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Raymondionyminae: /reɪˌmɒndɪˈoʊnɪˌmaɪni/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Brachyceridae by the combination of small body size and marked reduction or complete loss of (microphthalmic to anophthalmic condition). This blindness separates Raymondionyminae from visually similar surface-dwelling weevil .
Habitat
Soil-dwelling; associated with endogean (below-ground) environments.
Distribution
South America; recorded from Venezuela and Ecuador. The Bordoniola was known only from Venezuela until its discovery in Ecuador.
Ecological Role
Soil fauna; contributes to below-ground biodiversity and soil processes.