Anthonomus rubidus

LeConte, J.L., 1876

Anthonomus rubidus is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae. It was described by J.L. LeConte in 1876. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada including British Columbia, Ontario, and Québec. Beyond these basic taxonomic and distributional facts, little detailed information about its or is documented in available sources.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Anthonomus rubidus: /ænˈθɒnəməs ˈruːbɪdəs/

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Distribution

North America. Documented from British Columbia, Ontario, and Québec in Canada.

Similar Taxa

  • Anthonomus grandisBoth are in the Anthonomus and share the typical weevil ; A. grandis (boll weevil) is a major agricultural pest with well-documented cotton-feeding habits, whereas A. rubidus lacks such documented economic impact.

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