Caulophilus oryzae

Kuschel, 1962

Broad-nosed Grain Weevil

Caulophilus oryzae is a stored product pest in the , commonly known as the broad-nosed . It serves as an alternative for the ectoparasitic Cephalonomia hyalinipennis. The is found in stored grain environments and has been documented in the Galápagos Islands, North America, and the Canary Islands.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Caulophilus oryzae: //kɔːˈlɒfɪləs ɔːˈraɪziː//

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Habitat

Stored products, particularly grain facilities. The is associated with human-modified environments for food storage rather than natural .

Distribution

Galápagos Islands (present), North America (present), Canary Islands (present), Belgium (doubtful).

Host Associations

Cephalonomia hyalinipennis - Alternative for this ectoparasitic (: )

Human Relevance

Documented as a stored product pest affecting grain commodities. occur in facilities and can impact food quality.