Macrorhyncolus littoralis

(Broun, 1880)

Driftwood Weevil

Macrorhyncolus littoralis, commonly known as the driftwood weevil, is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae. The species is currently considered a synonym of Eutornus littoralis according to GBIF records. It has been documented in the conterminous 48 United States. The suggests an association with driftwood , though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Macrorhyncolus littoralis: /ˌmækroʊˈrɪŋkələs ˌlɪtəˈreɪlɪs/

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Distribution

Conterminous 48 United States. The specific epithet 'littoralis' indicates a shore or coastal association, though precise distribution records are sparse beyond the general U.S. occurrence.

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Taxonomic Note

This is listed as a synonym of Eutornus littoralis in GBIF , indicating ongoing taxonomic revision or debate regarding its generic placement within Curculionidae.