Dorytomus brevicollis
LeConte, 1876
Dorytomus brevicollis is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae. It was described by LeConte in 1876. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada including Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Québec. As a member of the Dorytomus, it belongs to a group of weevils typically associated with woody plants, particularly willows and poplars.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dorytomus brevicollis: /dɔːrɪˈtoʊməs brɛvɪˈkɒlɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Documented from Canadian provinces: Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Québec.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'brevicollis' refers to the short neck, a characteristic feature of this . The Dorytomus contains numerous species, many of which are morphologically similar and require careful examination for accurate identification.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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