Poophagus sisymbrii
(Fabricius, J.C., 1777)
Poophagus sisymbrii is a of weevil in the Curculionidae. It is native to Europe and has been introduced to North America. The species is associated with Nasturtium officinale (watercress) as its usual plant.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Poophagus sisymbrii: //pɔˈɒɡəfəs sɪˈsɪmbri.aɪ//
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Distribution
Native to Europe; present in North America as an introduced . Distribution records include Belgium and North America.
Diet
Associated with Nasturtium officinale (watercress) as the usual plant. Specific feeding habits on this host are not documented in available sources.
Host Associations
- Nasturtium officinale - plantusual plant
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Taxonomic History
The was described by J.C. Fabricius in 1777. It is the type species of the Poophagus.