Oopterinus
Casey, T.L., 1892
antlike weevils
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2Oopterinus is a of antlike weevils in the Curculionidae, containing approximately 12 described . The genus was established by Thomas Lincoln Casey in 1892. Species in this genus are characterized by their -like appearance, a trait that distinguishes them from other weevil genera. The genus includes species described by multiple authors spanning from 1873 to 1985.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oopterinus: /oʊˈɒptɛˌraɪnəs/
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Taxonomic history
The Oopterinus was established by Thomas Lincoln Casey in 1892. Most were described by G.C. Champion in 1902, with additional species described by Sleeper (1953, 1954) and O'Brien (1985). The oldest species, Oopterinus perforatus, was originally described by Horn in 1873 and later transferred to this genus.
Species diversity
The contains 12 described : O. aeneopiceus, O. bactrianus, O. castaneipennis, O. championi, O. convexipennis, O. distinctus, O. gibbipennis, O. glabratus, O. iowaensis, O. laevigatus, O. perforatus, and O. piliferus.