Calyptillus
Horn, 1876
Calyptillus is a of broad-nosed in the , described by Horn in 1876. The genus contains at least one described , C. cryptops. It belongs to the tribe Geonemini within the Entiminae. Information about its biology and remains sparse.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Calyptillus: //kəˈlɪptɪləs//
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Identification
As a broad-nosed , Calyptillus can be distinguished from narrow-snouted weevils by its relatively short, broad . -level identification requires examination of specific morphological characters not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Records indicate presence in the United States.
Similar Taxa
- Other Geonemini generaShared tribe membership results in similar broad- ; precise differentiation requires examination.
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Taxonomic status
The is accepted and placed in tribe Geonemini, Entiminae, based on Catalogue of Life .