Tachygonus lecontei
Gyllenhal, 1833
flea weevil
Tachygonus lecontei is a of weevil in the Curculionidae. It is found in North America. The species was described by Gyllenhal in 1833. As a member of the flea weevil group, it belongs to a lineage characterized by their small size and jumping ability.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tachygonus lecontei: /tækɪˈɡoʊnəs lɛˈkɒntaɪ/
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Distribution
North America. Distribution records indicate presence across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented.
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Taxonomic status
The is provisionally accepted in the Catalogue of Life and accepted in GBIF. It is not to be confused with Cicindela scutellaris lecontei, a of the festive tiger beetle (), which is a completely unrelated despite sharing the same specific epithet.