Acanthoscelidius acephalus

(Say, 1824)

Acanthoscelidius acephalus is a minute seed weevil in the Curculionidae, native to North America. It has been documented feeding on the leaves of Oenothera biennis (common evening primrose). The is relatively well-observed, with over 500 records on iNaturalist.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Acanthoscelidius acephalus: /əˌkænθoʊˈsɛlɪdiəs əˈsɛfələs/

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Distribution

North America. Documented from Canadian provinces including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and New Brunswick.

Diet

Feeds on leaves of Oenothera biennis.

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