Pseudoedophrys hilleri

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Coleoptera
Suborder: Polyphaga
Superfamily: Curculionoidea
Family: Curculionidae
Subfamily: Entiminae
Tribe: Cyphicerini
Subtribe: Cyphicerina
Genus: Pseudoedophrys
Species: hilleri

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pseudoedophrys hilleri: //ˌsuːdoʊˈɛdəfɹɪs ˈhɪləri//

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Summary

Pseudoedophrys hilleri is a species of oriental broad-nosed weevil that was introduced from Japan to eastern North America, where it primarily feeds on the foliage of certain woody plants.

Habitat

Wooded areas where its host plants, particularly maples and witch hazels, are present.

Distribution

Eastern North America, introduced from Japan; originally described from Japan.

Diet

Adults feed on the foliage of woody plants, especially maples and witch hazels.

Ecosystem Role

As a herbivore, Pseudoedophrys hilleri likely plays a role in plant population dynamics and could act as prey for various insectivores.

Evolution

Transferred from the genus Oedophrys to Pseudoedophrys in 2006 based on taxonomic revisions.

Similar Taxa

Oedophrys
Cyphicerina