Cionomimus
G.A.K. Marshall, 1939
Species Guides
1- Cionomimus insolens(Mistletoe Weevil)
Cionomimus is a of true weevils in the Curculionidae, established by G.A.K. Marshall in 1939. The genus contains approximately 10 described distributed in the Americas. are associated with Phoradendron plants (mistletoes), feeding on their reproductive organs. The genus is part of the diverse Curculionidae family, one of the largest families of organisms.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cionomimus: /ˌsiːəˈnɒmɪməs/
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Habitat
Associated with Phoradendron plants (mistletoes), which are parasitic plants growing on trees in various forest and woodland environments.
Distribution
of Cionomimus have been documented in Mexico (e.g., Coahuila) and likely occur more broadly in the Americas given the distribution of their Phoradendron plants.
Diet
feed on the reproductive organs of Phoradendron plants.
Host Associations
- Phoradendron - feeding site feed on reproductive organs; specific associations documented include Phoradendron densum for Cionomimus insolens
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Taxonomic History
The was erected by G.A.K. Marshall in 1939. have been described by various authors including Anderson (1994, 1997), Burke (1981), and Dietz (1891, for C. insolens originally placed elsewhere).
Species Diversity
Ten are currently recognized: C. bimaculatus, C. burkei, C. championi, C. clarki, C. dietzi, C. grossus, C. hansoni, C. insolens, C. obrieni, and C. woodi.