Myrmex ulkei
(Horn, 1873)
Myrmex ulkei is a of antlike weevil in the Curculionidae, characterized by its myrmecophilous (-associated) . The species was described by Horn in 1873 and is known from North America. Members of the Myrmex exhibit extreme morphological convergence with ants, an that likely facilitates their association with ant colonies.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Myrmex ulkei: /ˈmɪrmɛks ˈʌlkaɪ/
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Distribution
North America
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Taxonomic Note
The Myrmex belongs to the tribe Myrmecini within Curculionidae, a group known for -mimicking weevils. The specific epithet 'ulkei' honors the collector Ulke, who contributed numerous specimens to North American in the late 19th century.