Dryotribus
Horn, G.H., 1873
Dryotribus is a of in the , established by George Henry Horn in 1873. The genus contains four described : D. amplioculus, D. mimeticus, D. solitarius, and D. wilderi. These belong to the diverse beetle superfamily Curculionoidea, which is characterized by the distinctive elongated snout or typical of weevils. The genus is relatively poorly documented in scientific literature, with limited published information on its biology and .
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Taxonomic authority
The was described by George Henry Horn (1840–1897), a prominent who made significant contributions to the of North American .
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.