Oopterinus distinctus
O'Brien, 1985
Oopterinus distinctus is a of weevil in the Curculionidae, described by O'Brien in 1985. The species was initially known from only four counties in Arkansas at its discovery but has since been documented in additional counties in Arkansas as well as Louisiana and Alabama by 2016. As a member of the diverse Curculionidae family, it belongs to one of the largest groups of beetles, though specific ecological details remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oopterinus distinctus: //ˌoʊptəˈraɪnəs dɪˈstɪŋktəs//
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Distribution
Originally documented from four counties in Arkansas in 1985. Range subsequently expanded to include additional counties in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Alabama as of 2016. GBIF records indicate presence in North America.