Auleutes epilobii
Blatchley & Leng, 1916
Fireweed Weevil
Auleutes epilobii is a minute seed weevil in the Curculionidae. It has a Holarctic distribution, occurring in North America and northern Eurasia. The is closely associated with fireweed (Chamaenerion angustifolium), on which it has been observed. Commonly known as the Fireweed Weevil, it is one of relatively few documented species in the Auleutes.
Pronunciation
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Habitat
Associated with Chamaenerion angustifolium (fireweed) plants.
Distribution
Holarctic; present in North America and northern Eurasia.
Host Associations
- Chamaenerion angustifolium - plantObserved on this plant in northern Eurasia.
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Taxonomic status
Listed as provisionally accepted in Catalogue of Life; accepted in GBIF.