Phacepholis obscurus
Horn, 1876
Phacepholis obscurus is a of broad-nosed weevil in the Curculionidae, described by Horn in 1876. It belongs to the tribe Naupactini within the Entiminae. The specific epithet 'obscurus' (Latin for dark or indistinct) likely refers to its coloration. As a member of Entiminae, it possesses the characteristic short, broad rostrum typical of this subfamily.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phacepholis obscurus: /fəˈsɛfəlɪs əbˈskjʊərəs/
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Identification
Members of Phacepholis can be distinguished from other Naupactini by genitalic characters and specific arrangements of elytral setae. The is part of a complex of New World broad-nosed weevils that require careful examination for accurate identification. -level identification within Phacepholis relies on examination of male genitalia and detailed study of vestiture patterns.
Similar Taxa
- Other Naupactini generaShare the short, broad rostrum and general body form of Entiminae, requiring genitalic examination for definitive separation from Phacepholis
- Other Phacepholis species within this require detailed study of male genitalia and elytral setal patterns for -level identification
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Taxonomic context
The Phacepholis was established by Horn in 1876 with the description of P. obscurus as the type . It is classified in the tribe Naupactini, a diverse group of New World broad-nosed weevils. The tribal placement reflects shared characteristics in mouthpart structure and genitalic with other Naupactini genera such as Naupactus and Pantomorus.