Neapion idiastes

(Kissinger, 1968)

Neapion idiastes is a of in the Brentidae, described by Kissinger in 1968. The species is known from a limited number of records in central Canada. Like other members of Brentidae, it possesses an elongated rostrum. Published information on its and remains sparse.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neapion idiastes: //niːˈeɪpiˌɒn aɪˈdiːæstiːz//

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Identification

As a member of the Neapion, this likely exhibits the characteristic elongated, slender rostrum typical of Brentidae weevils. Distinguishing N. idiastes from congeneric species requires examination of rostral proportions, antennal insertion points, and body proportions; specific diagnostic features should be verified against original description or revisionary works.

Distribution

Recorded from Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec in Canada. Distribution records are sparse and may reflect limited collecting effort rather than true rarity.

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Taxonomic note

The Neapion is a small genus within Brentidae. The original description by Kissinger (1968) placed this in Apion, but it has since been transferred to Neapion following generic reclassification in the .

Data limitations

This has zero observations on iNaturalist and minimal presence in aggregated biodiversity databases. Biological information is likely available only in primary taxonomic literature.