Acromacer
Kuschel, 1989
pine flower snout beetles
Species Guides
1Acromacer is a of weevils in the , commonly known as pine flower snout beetles. The genus contains a single described , Acromacer bombifrons. Nemonychidae represents one of the most ancient lineages of weevils, with members typically associated with conifer reproductive structures. The genus was established by Kuschel in 1989.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Acromacer: /ˌækroʊˈmeɪsər/
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Identification
Members of Acromacer can be distinguished from other by features established in the original generic description by Kuschel (1989). As a nemonychid, the possesses the characteristic of an elongated rostrum (snout), though specific diagnostic traits for Acromacer itself require examination of the type A. bombifrons.
Habitat
Based on -level , in this are likely associated with conifer forests, particularly with pine (Pinus) reproductive structures. The "pine flower snout beetles" indicates specialization on male conifer cones or flowers.
Host Associations
- Pinus - likelyInferred from "pine flower snout beetles" and ; male cones suspected as primary association
Similar Taxa
- CimberisBoth are of with elongated rostrums; Acromacer distinguished by specific morphological features described by Kuschel (1989)
- NemonyxAnother in the same ; Acromacer separated by rostral and antennal characteristics
More Details
Taxonomic history
The was erected by Guillermo Kuschel in 1989 as part of his revisionary work on . The type Acromacer bombifrons was described in the same publication.
Conservation status
No conservation assessments have been published for this or its single .