Cercopeus
Schönherr, 1842
Cercopeus is a of broad-nosed in the , established by Schönherr in 1842. The genus comprises approximately 17 described . As members of the Entiminae, these weevils possess the characteristic short, broad typical of broad-nosed weevils. The genus is placed in the tribe Trachyphloeini.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cercopeus: //sɛrˈkoʊpi.əs//
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Identification
Members of this can be recognized as broad-nosed by their short, broad (snout) that distinguishes Entiminae from other with elongated rostrums. Generic-level identification requires examination of subtle morphological characters such as structure, elytral , and , which separate Cercopeus from related genera in the tribe Trachyphloeini.
Similar Taxa
- TrachyphloeusAlso in tribe Trachyphloeini; in both share similar body forms and require careful examination of rostral and genitalic characters for separation.
- PeritelusAnother trachyphloeine with overlapping morphological features; distinguished by details of antennal insertion and tarsal structure.
More Details
Taxonomic placement
Cercopeus is classified in the tribe Trachyphloeini within the Entiminae (broad-nosed ). This tribe includes numerous small to -sized weevil that are often difficult to distinguish without detailed examination.
Species diversity
Approximately 17 have been described, though the has received limited modern taxonomic revision and species boundaries may require further study.