Lupinocolus blaisdelli
Van Dyke, 1936
Lupinocolus blaisdelli is a of weevil in the Curculionidae, Entiminae, described by Van Dyke in 1936. It belongs to the tribe Hormorini, a group of broad-nosed weevils. The species is known from California and Nevada in western North America. The name Lupinocolus suggests an association with lupine plants (Lupinus), though this relationship requires confirmation.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lupinocolus blaisdelli: /luːˈpɪnəˌkoʊləs ˈbleɪzdɛli/
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Distribution
California and Nevada, western United States.
Host Associations
- Lupinus - probable plant name suggests association with lupines, but specific records are not confirmed in available sources.
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Taxonomic placement
Lupinocolus is classified in the tribe Hormorini within the Entiminae. Entiminae is the largest subfamily of weevils, commonly known as broad-nosed weevils.