Myrmex vandykei

Sleeper, 1970

Myrmex vandykei is a of antlike in the , described by Sleeper in 1970. The species is found in North America. Like other members of the Myrmex, it exhibits morphological that give it a superficial resemblance to , a form of protective . The specific epithet honors the Edwin C. Van Dyke.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Myrmex vandykei: /ˈmɪrmɛks vænˈdaɪki/

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Identification

Myrmex vandykei can be distinguished from other by its antlike appearance, including an elongated, narrow body form and relatively long legs that contribute to its of . The Myrmex is characterized by this myrmecomorphic , though -level identification requires examination of genitalic structures and other fine morphological details. The species is smaller than most other weevils and lacks the typical of true .

Distribution

North America

Similar Taxa

Myrmex arizonensisAnother North in the same , sharing antlike but differing in distribution and fine structural details
Formicidae (ants)Superficially similar due to convergent myrmecomorphy; distinguished by presence of , hard , and other features absent in

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Etymology

The specific epithet 'vandykei' honors Edwin C. Van Dyke (1861-1952), a prominent who specialized in and made significant contributions to the study of western North American .

Taxonomic History

Described by Elbert L. Sleeper in 1970. The Myrmex was established by Schönherr in 1843 and currently contains approximately 30 distributed primarily in North and South America.