Myrmex lineatus
(Pascoe, 1872)
Antlike weevil
Myrmex lineatus is a of -mimicking weevil in the Curculionidae. It is native to North America and is recognized for its ant-like appearance, which likely serves as protective mimicry. The species was described by Pascoe in 1872 and includes two recognized : Myrmex lineatus knowltoni and Myrmex lineatus lineatus.



Pronunciation
How to pronounce Myrmex lineatus: /ˈmɪrmɛks lɪˈniːətəs/
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Distribution
North America.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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