Hypera diversipunctata

(Schrank, 1798)

Hypera diversipunctata is a true weevil in the Curculionidae, first described by Schrank in 1798. The has a Holarctic distribution, occurring in both North America and Europe. Two have been recognized: H. d. educta and H. d. seigneurici. The Hypera includes several agriculturally significant species, though specific ecological details for H. diversipunctata remain poorly documented.

Hypera diversipunctata under by Siga. Used under a CC BY-SA 3.0 license.

Hypera diversipunctata side by Siga. Used under a CC BY-SA 3.0 license.

Hypera diversipunctata front by Siga. Used under a CC BY-SA 3.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hypera diversipunctata: /hɪˈpɛɹə dɪˌvɝsɪˌpʌŋkˈtɑtɑ/

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Identification

The specific epithet 'diversipunctata' (meaning 'variously spotted') suggests a spotted or patterned elytral surface, though detailed diagnostic features distinguishing this from are not readily available in accessible literature. As a member of Hypera, it possesses the characteristic elongated rostrum with mouthparts at the tip typical of Curculionidae.

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Distribution

Holarctic, recorded from North America and Europe. Specific country records include Belgium.

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Subspecies

Two are recognized: Hypera diversipunctata educta Tempère, 1972 and Hypera diversipunctata seigneurici Tempère, 1984. The taxonomic status and diagnostic features of these subspecies have not been verified against current sources.