Phyxelis
Schönherr, 1842
broad-nosed weevil
Phyxelis is a of broad-nosed in the , first described by Schönherr in 1842. The genus contains at least two described : Phyxelis latirostris (Blatchley, 1916) and Phyxelis rigidus (Say, 1831). These weevils belong to the Entiminae and tribe Byrsopagini. As broad-nosed weevils, they share the characteristic short, broad typical of this group.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Members of Phyxelis can be distinguished from other broad-nosed (Entiminae) by genitalic and other morphological features specific to the , though detailed diagnostic characters require examination. The genus is placed in the tribe Byrsopagini, which helps narrow identification. -level identification relies on examination of and original descriptions.
Distribution
Records indicate presence in Canada and the northeastern United States, specifically Vermont. The appears to have a North distribution, though precise range boundaries are not well documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Byrsopagini generaShare tribal affiliation and general broad-nosed ; require genitalic examination for separation
- Other Entiminae generaSimilar overall body form and short ; distinguished by tribal and generic characters
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Taxonomic history
The was established by Schönherr in 1842 within the broad-nosed Entiminae. The two included were described in the 19th and early 20th centuries, with P. rigidus originally described by Say in 1831 and P. latirostris by Blatchley in 1916.
Data sources
Taxonomic data is supported by ITIS, Catalogue of Life, GBIF, and BugGuide.. iNaturalist records 101 observations for this .