Pissodes radiatae
Hopkins, 1911
Monterey Pine Weevil
Pissodes radiatae is a of in the , first described by Hopkins in 1911. It is associated with pine trees, as indicated by its referencing Monterey pine (Pinus radiata). The species occurs in western North America, with confirmed records from British Columbia. Like other members of the Pissodes, it likely develops in coniferous , though specific biological details remain poorly documented in accessible literature.
Pronunciation
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Distribution
Western North America; confirmed present in British Columbia, Canada.
Similar Taxa
- Pissodes strobiClosely related conifer ; both develop in pine and share similar . Pissodes strobi has been successfully reared on modified McMorran artificial diet, suggesting potential applicability to P. radiatae.