Lixus placidus
LeConte, 1876
Lixus placidus is a of true ( ) to North America. It was described by LeConte in 1876. The Lixus is a large and widespread group of weevils, commonly known as lollipop clover weevils or cabbage stem weevils, though specific for L. placidus are not established. Like other members of its genus, it possesses the characteristic elongated snout () typical of weevils.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lixus placidus: /ˈlɪksʊs ˈplækɪdʊs/
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Identification
No specific diagnostic features for Lixus placidus are documented in available sources. The can be identified to by the typical : an elongated with mouthparts at the tip, elbowed () , and compact body form. Species-level identification within Lixus requires examination of or other subtle morphological characters not detailed in available literature.
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details beyond continental distribution are not documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'placidus' (meaning calm or peaceful in Latin) is shared with other , notably Lucanus placidus (a ). These are unrelated in different .
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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