Calomycterus
Roelofs, 1873
oriental broad-nosed weevils
Calomycterus is a of in the , established by Roelofs in 1873. The genus comprises approximately 11 described distributed across parts of Asia and Africa. Members are classified within the Entiminae, tribe Cyphicerini, subtribe Acanthotrachelina. One species, Calomycterus setarius, has been to North America where it is known as the imported long-horned weevil.
Pronunciation
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Identification
As a of broad-nosed (Entiminae), Calomycterus possess the characteristic short, broad typical of the . The subtribe Acanthotrachelina placement suggests association with spiny-necked weevil characteristics, though specific diagnostic features for the genus require examination of and other minute morphological details. Species-level identification relies on subtle differences in body proportions, punctation patterns, and rostral structure.
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Distribution
range includes China, India, and unspecified regions of Africa based on GBIF distribution records. The has been to North America through Calomycterus setarius, which has established outside its native range.
Human Relevance
Calomycterus setarius, the imported long-horned , has been to North America and is of potential economic concern as a non- . The remaining species appear to have limited documented interaction with human activities.
Similar Taxa
- Other Entiminae generaBroad-nosed share the short, broad that distinguishes them from other ; Calomycterus is distinguished by subtribe-level characteristics within Cyphicerini.
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Taxonomic authority
established by Edmond Jean-Baptiste Paulus Roelofs in 1873, a Dutch specializing in .
Species diversity
Eleven are currently recognized, with most described in the late 19th and early 20th centuries by authors including Faust, Marshall, Voss, and Roelofs.