Conotrachelus recessus
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Curculionoidea
- Family: Curculionidae
- Subfamily: Molytinae
- Tribe: Conotrachelini
- Genus: Conotrachelus
- Species: recessus
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Conotrachelus recessus: /koʊnoʊˈtreɪkələs rɪˈsɛsəs/
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Summary
Conotrachelus recessus, commonly known as the Cloudy Curculio, is a small species of true weevil in the beetle family Curculionidae, originally described as Loceptes recessus by Casey in 1910. It is found across various regions in North America and is uncommon in the southeastern US.
Physical Characteristics
2.5-3.0 mm in length.
Identification Tips
It can be identified by its small size and characteristics typical of the true weevils (family Curculionidae).
Habitat
It is found in various habitats across its distribution range.
Distribution
North America, specifically from Quebec to North Carolina and Alabama to Ontario, Iowa, Kansas, and Texas.
Diet
Not specifically mentioned, but generally true weevils are herbivorous, feeding primarily on plant material.
Conservation Status
Uncommon across the southeastern United States.
Similar Taxa
- Loceptes recessus
Tags
- true weevil
- Curculionidae
- North America