Chalcodermus serripes
Fåhraeus, 1837
mimosa green-seed weevil
Chalcodermus serripes is a true weevil in the Curculionidae, commonly known as the mimosa green-seed weevil. It has been investigated as a potential agent for the plant Mimosa pigra. The is native to North America. Its reflects its association with Mimosa seeds.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chalcodermus serripes: //kælkoʊˈdɜːrməs sɛˈraɪpiːz//
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Distribution
North America
Diet
Seeds of Mimosa pigra
Host Associations
- Mimosa pigra - seed primary ; investigated for
Ecological Role
Seed of Mimosa pigra; investigated as agent for this plant
Human Relevance
Investigated for of Mimosa pigra, an plant
More Details
Biological control research
Chalcodermus serripes was studied for its potential as a agent against Mimosa pigra, an mimosoid legume. Research focused on relations and characteristics to evaluate its suitability for introduction as a control agent.