Dryotribus
Horn, G.H., 1873
Species Guides
1Dryotribus is a of weevils in the Curculionidae, established by George Henry Horn in 1873. The genus contains four described : D. amplioculus, D. mimeticus, D. solitarius, and D. wilderi. These beetles belong to the diverse superfamily Curculionoidea, which is characterized by the distinctive elongated snout or rostrum typical of weevils. The genus is relatively poorly documented in scientific literature, with limited published information on its and .
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How to pronounce Dryotribus: //draɪˈɒtrɪbəs//
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Taxonomic authority
The was described by American entomologist George Henry Horn (1840–1897), a prominent coleopterist who made significant contributions to the classification of North American beetles.
Species inventory
Four are currently recognized: Dryotribus amplioculus, D. mimeticus, D. solitarius, and D. wilderi. No information is available regarding the etymology or distinguishing characteristics of these species.