Dolurgus

Eichhoff, W.J., 1868

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Dolurgus is a of weevils in the Curculionidae, established by W.J. Eichhoff in 1868. As a member of the Curculionoidea superfamily, it possesses the characteristic elongated snout (rostrum) typical of weevils. The genus is taxonomically accepted but poorly documented in modern literature, with limited -level information available.

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How to pronounce Dolurgus: //dəˈlɜːrɡəs//

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Taxonomic Status

The Dolurgus is accepted in major taxonomic databases (Catalogue of Life, GBIF, NCBI) but appears to have zero observations in iNaturalist, indicating it may be rarely encountered or underreported. The original description by Eichhoff (1868) predates modern taxonomic standards, and the genus may require taxonomic revision.

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