Trichodirabius
Casey, T.L., 1920
flower weevils
Species Guides
1- Trichodirabius longulus(flower weevil)
Trichodirabius is a of flower weevils in the Curculionidae, established by Casey in 1920. The genus contains at least four described , including T. canus, T. industus, T. indutus, and T. longulus. As flower weevils, members of this genus are associated with floral . The genus is part of the diverse Curculionidae family, one of the largest families of beetles.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trichodirabius: /trɪkoʊdaɪˈreɪbiəs/
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Identification
The can be distinguished from other flower weevil genera by the combination of its authorship (Casey, 1920) and its placement within Curculionidae. Specific diagnostic features for the genus are not documented in available sources. -level identification requires examination of and original descriptions by LeConte (1876) and Casey (1920).
Habitat
Associated with flowers, as indicated by the "flower weevils."
Distribution
have been described from North America based on authorship patterns (LeConte and Casey were North American coleopterists). Specific distribution data for the as a whole is not available.
Similar Taxa
- Other Curculionidae generaMany other within Curculionidae are also referred to as "flower weevils" based on their floral associations. Distinguishing Trichodirabius from these genera requires examination of morphological characters not summarized in general sources.
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Nomenclatural note
Two names attributed to Casey appear closely related: T. industus and T. indutus. These may represent original and subsequent spellings, or potentially distinct . Verification against original publications would be required.
Taxonomic history
Two were originally described in other by LeConte in 1876 (T. canus and T. longulus) and later transferred to Trichodirabius.