Copturus floridanus

Sleeper, 1963

Mahogany Bark Weevil

is a of true in the . Originally described as Pizazurus floridanus by Fall in 1906, it was recombined into the Copturus by Sleeper in 1963. The species is known from North America and has been recorded under the "" in some sources, though this name may apply to a broader or related now placed in Macrocopturus.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Copturus floridanus: //kɒpˈtʊrəs flɒrɪˈdɑːnəs//

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Distribution

North America. Distribution records are sparse and specific locality data are limited in available sources.

Similar Taxa

Macrocopturus floridanusiNaturalist lists this as the current accepted name for the "," suggesting possible taxonomic revision or confusion between Copturus and Macrocopturus. The relationship between these names requires clarification.

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Taxonomic History

Originally described as Pizazurus floridanus Fall, 1906. Recombined to (Fall, 1906) by Sleeper in 1963. The current taxonomic status relative to Macrocopturus is unclear and may require further investigation.

Nomenclatural Note

The Catalogue of Life lists this as "provisionally accepted," indicating some taxonomic uncertainty. GBIF accepts the name, but iNaturalist uses Macrocopturus floridanus, suggesting ongoing taxonomic revision in this group.