Dorytomus hystricula
Casey, 1892
Dorytomus hystricula is a of true weevil in the Curculionidae, first described by Casey in 1892. It is currently accepted as a valid species with provisional status in some taxonomic databases. The species is found in North America, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented. Like other members of the Dorytomus, it likely exhibits the characteristic elongated snout and compact body form typical of weevils in this group.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dorytomus hystricula: //dɔːˈrɪtəməs hɪˈstrɪkjʊlə//
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details within this region are not well documented.
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Taxonomic Status
The is listed as 'provisionally accepted' in the Catalogue of Life, indicating some uncertainty or need for further taxonomic review, while GBIF lists it as 'ACCEPTED' with an exact match type.
Observation Data
As of the available data, there are only 7 observations recorded on iNaturalist, suggesting this is either genuinely rare, undercollected, or difficult to identify in the field.