Pseudanthonomus validus
Dietz, 1891
currant fruit weevil
Pseudanthonomus validus, the currant fruit weevil, is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae. It is found in North America. The suggests association with currant plants, though specific relationships have not been documented in the provided sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pseudanthonomus validus: //ˌsjuː.dænˈθɒn.oʊ.məs ˈvæ.lɪ.dəs//
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Distribution
North America. Distribution records include: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and New Brunswick in Canada.
Host Associations
- currants - fruit feedingInferred from ; specific documentation not provided in sources
Human Relevance
The "currant fruit weevil" suggests potential economic significance as a pest of currant crops, though specific damage or management information is not provided in the available sources.
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Taxonomic note
The was described by Dietz in 1891. It is currently accepted in the Pseudanthonomus within Curculionidae.