Myrmex carinicollis
(Horn, 1895)
antlike weevil
Myrmex carinicollis is a of antlike weevil in the Curculionidae, described by Horn in 1895. The Myrmex comprises -mimicking weevils characterized by their compact body form and reduced rostrum that gives them a superficial resemblance to ants. This species is found in North America, though specific details about its and remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Myrmex carinicollis: /ˈmɜrmɛks kəˌrɪnɪˈkɔlɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific records are sparse, with the reported from the United States based on museum specimens and limited collection data.
Similar Taxa
- Myrmex aeneusCongeneric in the same -mimicking , likely sharing similar body form and preferences
- Other Myrmex speciesMembers of this share the characteristic antlike with compact body, reduced rostrum, and -mimicking appearance
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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