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 .

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