Bagous americanus

LeConte, 1876

Bagous americanus is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae. It is found in North America, with records from Canada and the United States. The species is associated with the aquatic plant Nymphaea odorata (American white waterlily), on which both and larvae feed. Larvae are leaf miners, developing within the leaves of their plant.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Bagous americanus: /ˈbæɡəs əˌmɛrɪˈkeɪnəs/

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Habitat

Aquatic or semi-aquatic environments where the plant Nymphaea odorata (American white waterlily) occurs. This includes ponds, lakes, and slow-moving water bodies with floating vegetation.

Distribution

North America. Documented records include: Canada (Nova Scotia, Ontario, Québec) and the United States.

Diet

Feeds on Nymphaea odorata (American white waterlily). Larvae are leaf miners within the leaves of this plant.

Host Associations

Nymphaea odorata - plantAmerican white waterlily; larvae mine leaves, feed on plant

Life Cycle

Larvae develop as leaf miners within the leaves of Nymphaea odorata. Specific details regarding site, longevity, and number of per year are not documented.

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Taxonomic status

Accepted , described by LeConte in 1876. Status listed as provisionally accepted in some sources.