Ithycerus

Schoenherr, C.J., 1823

New York weevil

Ithycerus is a of in the (sometimes treated as Brentidae). The genus contains at least one described , Ithycerus noveboracensis, commonly known as the New York . These are relatively large for weevils and are characterized by their distinctive spotted pattern and bristly body surface. The genus represents an ancient lineage within the weevil superfamily Curculionoidea.

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How to pronounce Ithycerus: /ɪˈθɪsɛrəs/

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Distribution

Eastern United States and southern Canada. Specific records include Vermont.

Similar Taxa

BrentidaeHistorically classified within Brentidae; some sources still treat as a of Brentidae. Distinguished by characteristics and distinct -level in modern treatments.

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Family classification

Ithycerus has been classified in both and Brentidae depending on the taxonomic treatment. GBIF, Catalogue of Life, and NCBI recognize Ithyceridae as a distinct , while iNaturalist places it in Brentidae. This reflects ongoing debate about the rank of this ancient lineage.