Phytobius

Schoenherr, 1833

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Phytobius is a of weevils in the Curculionidae. At least one , Phytobius vestitus, has been investigated as a agent for aquatic vegetation. The genus is recorded from northern Europe including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

The Coleoptera of the British islands. A descriptive account of the families, genera, and species indigenous to Great Britain and Ireland, with notes as to localities, habitats, etc (1891) (14592453928) by Internet Archive Book Images. Used under a No restrictions license.The Coleoptera of the British islands. A descriptive account of the families, genera, and species indigenous to Great Britain and Ireland, with notes as to localities, habitats, etc (1891) (14756095606) by Internet Archive Book Images. Used under a No restrictions license.Phytobius leucogaster (Marsham, 1802) (14968852865) by Udo Schmidt from Deutschland. Used under a CC BY-SA 2.0 license.

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How to pronounce Phytobius: /faɪˈtoʊ.bi.əs/

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Habitat

Aquatic environments, specifically associated with submerged aquatic vegetation. Phytobius vestitus has been documented in supporting Myriophyllum aquaticum.

Distribution

Denmark; Norway; Sweden. GBIF records indicate presence in these northern European countries.

Diet

Phytobius vestitus feeds on Myriophyllum aquaticum (parrot's feather). Diet for other in the is not documented.

Host Associations

  • Myriophyllum aquaticum - Primary of Phytobius vestitus; aquatic weed targeted for

Behavior

Phytobius vestitus exhibits -finding specifically adapted to locate Myriophyllum aquaticum.

Ecological Role

Phytobius vestitus has been investigated as a potential agent for managing the aquatic weed Myriophyllum aquaticum.

Human Relevance

Investigated for use in programs targeting aquatic vegetation, specifically parrot's feather (Myriophyllum aquaticum).

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