Adaleres flandersi
Van Dyke, 1935
broad-nosed weevil
Adaleres flandersi is a of broad-nosed weevil in the Curculionidae. The species was described by Van Dyke in 1935. It belongs to the Entiminae, a diverse group of weevils characterized by their broad, short rostrums. Available records indicate a restricted distribution within western North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Adaleres flandersi: /ædæˈlɛriːz ˈflændərsiː/
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Identification
As a member of the Entiminae, this possesses the broad, short rostrum (snout) characteristic of broad-nosed weevils, distinguishing it from weevils in other subfamilies with elongated rostrums. Specific diagnostic features for separating A. flandersi from in the Adaleres have not been documented in available sources.
Distribution
Documented from California, specifically Ventura County, in western North America. The has been recorded as present in North America generally, with specific locality data limited to southern California.
Similar Taxa
- AdaleresOther within the Adaleres share the broad-nosed weevil and may overlap in geographic range; specific distinguishing characters for A. flandersi require examination of or original description.
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Taxonomic placement
The is classified in tribe Byrsopagini within Entiminae, a placement reflecting morphological affinities with other broad-nosed weevils in this tribe.