Hohonus lacteicollis
Kissinger, 1964
hidden snout weevil
Hohonus lacteicollis is a of hidden snout weevil described by Kissinger in 1964. It belongs to the Curculionidae, one of the largest families of beetles. The species is known from North America. Like other members of Curculionidae, it possesses the characteristic elongated rostrum (snout) with mouthparts at the tip.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hohonus lacteicollis: /hoʊˈhoʊnəs læktiˈkɒlɪs/
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Identification
The epithet 'lacteicollis' (meaning 'milk-white neck') suggests a pale or whitish coloration on the pronotum or collar region, which may serve as a distinguishing feature. As a member of the Hohonus, it is characterized by the hidden snout typical of this group, where the rostrum is relatively short and may be partly concealed. Specific diagnostic features require examination of .
Distribution
North America. Specific locality data beyond this continental range are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Other Hohonus speciesMembers of the same share the hidden snout and general body plan; differentiation requires examination of specific morphological characters such as rostral length, pronotal shape, and elytral .
- Other CurculionidaeThe is extremely diverse; Hohonus lacteicollis can be distinguished from other curculionid by its combination of hidden snout structure and other genus-specific traits.
More Details
Taxonomic status
Listed as 'provisionally accepted' in Catalogue of Life and 'ACCEPTED' in GBIF. The is based on very limited observation data (one iNaturalist record).
Etymology
The specific epithet 'lacteicollis' combines Latin 'lacteus' (milk-white) and 'collis' (neck/hill), likely referring to pale coloration on the pronotum.