Trigonoscuta miguelensis
Pierce, 1975
broad-nosed weevil
Trigonoscuta miguelensis is a of broad-nosed in the , first described by Pierce in 1975. It belongs to the Entiminae, a group characterized by their broad, short rostrums. The species is known from California and is part of the North weevil fauna. Like other members of its , it likely inhabits coastal or near-coastal environments given the specific epithet referencing San Miguel Island or the broader Channel Islands region of California.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trigonoscuta miguelensis: /ˌtriːɡəˈnɒskjʊtə ˌmɪɡwəˈlɛnsɪs/
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Identification
As a member of the Trigonoscuta, this possesses the characteristic broad, short typical of Entiminae , distinguishing it from long-snouted weevils in other . Species-level identification within Trigonoscuta requires examination of genitalic structures and other fine morphological details. The specific epithet 'miguelensis' suggests association with San Miguel Island, California, potentially distinguishing it from mainland such as T. pilosa.
Distribution
Known from California, North America. The specific epithet suggests occurrence on or near San Miguel Island in the Channel Islands of California, though precise locality data are sparse.
Similar Taxa
- Trigonoscuta pilosaA congeneric recorded as for the Cerceris sextoides; T. miguelensis may share similar ecological habits but differs in geographic distribution and presumably in subtle morphological features.
- Sitona californiusAnother preyed upon by Cerceris sextoides; differs in and likely in preferences and from Trigonoscuta miguelensis.
More Details
Taxonomic Note
The was described by Pierce in 1975. The Trigonoscuta is placed in the tribe Trigonoscutini within the Entiminae, a group of broad-nosed .
Data Deficiency
No observations are recorded in iNaturalist as of the source date, indicating this may be rarely encountered, underreported, or restricted to specific localities with limited survey effort.