Omileus
Horn, 1876
Species Guides
1Omileus is a of broad-nosed weevils in the Curculionidae, established by Horn in 1876. The genus contains at least one described , O. epicaeroides. Members of this genus belong to the Entiminae and tribe Geonemini, placing them among the root-feeding weevils with characteristically short, broad rostra.
Pronunciation
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Identification
As a of broad-nosed weevils (Entiminae), Omileus likely possess the characteristic short, broad rostrum typical of the , distinguishing them from long-snouted weevils in other Curculionidae subfamilies. The specific distinguishing features of Omileus from related geonemine genera are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Distribution records indicate presence in Mexico (MX) and the United States (US).
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Taxonomic Status
The was established by Horn in 1876. The Catalogue of Life lists the genus as accepted with placement in tribe Geonemini, Entiminae.
Species Diversity
Only one described is confirmed in sources: O. epicaeroides. The actual within the may be greater but remains undocumented.