Trichacorynus

Schoenherr, 1833

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Trichacorynus is a of true weevils ( Curculionidae) established by Schoenherr in 1833. The genus contains at least three described : T. brunneus, T. protractus, and T. sulcirostris. As a member of the largest family, species in this genus possess the characteristic elongated rostrum with mouthparts at the tip. Published information on the and of Trichacorynus species remains limited.

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How to pronounce Trichacorynus: /ˌtrɪkəˈkɔrɪnəs/

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Identification

Members of Trichacorynus can be distinguished from other curculionid by the combination of the genus name and associated morphological characters typical of the group, including the presence of a well-developed rostrum. Specific diagnostic features for the genus relative to closely related are not documented in available sources. -level identification requires examination of and original descriptions by Blatchley (1916, 1928) and Horn (1873).

Distribution

The occurs in North America based on the type localities of its constituent . Trichacorynus brunneus and T. sulcirostris were described from Florida by Blatchley. Trichacorynus protractus was described by Horn and has been recorded from eastern North America.

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Taxonomic history

The was established by Carl Johan Schoenherr in 1833. The three currently recognized were described between 1873 and 1928, with two species added by American entomologist Willis Stanley Blatchley based on Florida material.

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