Gononotus
LeConte, J.L., 1876
Species Guides
1Gononotus is a of true weevils (Curculionidae) established by John Lawrence LeConte in 1876. The genus contains at least two described : Gononotus angulicollis and Gononotus lutosus. Both species are North American in distribution.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gononotus: //ˌɡoʊnəˈnoʊtəs//
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Identification
The name Gononotus refers to the angular pronotum characteristic of these weevils. Gononotus angulicollis can be distinguished from G. lutosus by its more pronounced angular pronotal margins.
Distribution
North America. Gononotus angulicollis and G. lutosus are both recorded from the United States.
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Etymology
The name derives from Greek 'gonia' (angle) and 'notos' (back), referring to the angular pronotum.
Taxonomic History
Established by LeConte in 1876 with Gononotus lutosus as the type .