Coelocephalapion erythropterum

Coelocephalapion erythropterum is a of in the Brentidae. Members of this are small beetles characterized by elongated rostrums. The specific epithet 'erythropterum' suggests reddish wing coloration. Published records for this species are extremely limited.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Coelocephalapion erythropterum: //ˌsɛl.oʊˌsɛfəˈleɪ.pi.ən ˌɛrəˈθrɒptərəm//

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Taxonomic Note

The Coelocephalapion belongs to the Brentidae, a group of weevils distinguished from the more familiar Curculionidae by their straight rather than geniculate (elbowed) and other morphological features. The specific epithet 'erythropterum' derives from Greek roots meaning 'red-winged', likely referring to coloration of the or hindwings.

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