Trichalophus near-arcuatus
Trichalophus near-arcuatus is a of broad-nosed weevil in the tribe Cneorhinini. The species epithet 'near-arcuatus' indicates its close morphological resemblance to T. arcuatus, a recognized species with which it has been historically confused. It belongs to a of flightless weevils found in western North America. The species has been documented in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trichalophus near-arcuatus: //ˌtɹɪkəˈloʊfəs ˌnɪər ˌɑːrˈkwɑːtəs//
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Identification
Distinguished from Trichalophus arcuatus by subtle differences in elytral and possibly genitalic ; precise diagnostic features require examination of and original description. The 'near-' prefix in the species epithet signals taxonomic uncertainty and close similarity to T. arcuatus. As with other Trichalophus species, are flightless with and reduced hindwings.
Distribution
Pacific Northwest region of the United States; specific range boundaries remain poorly defined due to historical confusion with T. arcuatus.
Similar Taxa
- Trichalophus arcuatusNamesake from which T. near-arcuatus is distinguished; historically confused due to overlapping and distribution