Notolomus basalis
LeConte, 1876
Notolomus basalis is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae, first described by LeConte in 1876. It is found in North America. As a member of the weevil family, it possesses the characteristic elongated snout (rostrum) typical of Curculionidae. Specific ecological details about this species remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Notolomus basalis: /nɒtoʊˈloʊməs bəˈseɪlɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific distribution records are limited; presence has been documented in North America broadly, but detailed range boundaries are not well established.
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Taxonomic note
The Notolomus is part of the large and diverse Curculionidae (true weevils), which contains over 40,000 described globally. The specific epithet 'basalis' refers to a basal or basal-colored feature, though the original description by LeConte (1876) would clarify this reference.