Neapion xanthoxyli

(Fall, 1898)

Colima Pear-shaped Weevil

Neapion xanthoxyli, commonly known as the Colima Pear-shaped Weevil, is a small in the Brentidae (formerly often placed in Apionidae). It was first described by Fall in 1898. The species is associated with plants in the Xanthoxylum (Zanthoxylum), commonly known as prickly ash or Hercules' club. Like other members of the Brentidae, it likely has an elongated snout and a compact, pear-shaped body.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neapion xanthoxyli: /neɪˈeɪ.pi.ɒn zænˈθɒk.sɪˌlaɪ/

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Host Associations

  • Xanthoxylum - plantSpecific epithet 'xanthoxyli' indicates association with this plant ; 'prickly ash' or 'Hercules' club'

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Family Classification Note

The placement of this has varied between sources. NCBI lists it under Apionidae, while iNaturalist and other modern sources place it in Brentidae. The family Apionidae is now frequently treated as a (Apioninae) within Brentidae in contemporary classifications.

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