Linogeraeus

Casey, T.L., 1920

flower weevils

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Linogeraeus is a of flower weevils in the Curculionidae, established by Casey in 1920. The genus contains at least 60 described , with some species studied in New Zealand. Members are classified in the Baridinae. One species, L. urbanus, has been documented in Auckland.

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How to pronounce Linogeraeus: /ˌlɪnoʊɡəˈraɪəs/

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Distribution

Documented in Auckland, New Zealand for L. urbanus; broader distribution of includes regions where observations have been recorded (246 iNaturalist observations).

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Taxonomic history

established by T.L. Casey in 1920. Currently placed in Curculionidae: Baridinae.

Species diversity

At least 60 described ; Catalogue of Life lists 66 species.

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