Myrmex scrobicollis

(Boheman, 1843)

antlike weevil

Myrmex scrobicollis is a of antlike weevil in the Curculionidae. The Myrmex comprises weevils with elongated, -mimicking body forms. This species occurs in North America. The "antlike weevil" refers to morphological resemblance to ants, though the specific adaptive significance of this mimicry in M. scrobicollis has not been documented.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Myrmex scrobicollis: /ˈmɜrmɛks ˌskroʊbɪˈkoʊlɪs/

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Identification

Members of the Myrmex are distinguished from other weevils by their slender, elongate body form and relatively long legs that contribute to an -like overall appearance. Specific diagnostic features for M. scrobicollis relative to are not documented in available sources.

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Distribution

North America. Specific associations or microhabitat preferences within this range are not documented.

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Taxonomic note

The was described by Boheman in 1843. The name Myrmex (from Greek μύρμηξ, meaning ) reflects the ant-mimicking characteristic of this weevil group.