Cactopinus rhois

Blackman, 1938

Cactopinus rhois is a in the , described by Blackman in 1938. It belongs to the Cactopinus, a group of small wood-boring associated with cacti and other plants. The species is recorded from North America. As with other members of its genus, it likely develops in stems or trunks, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.

Cactopinus rhois by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Cactopinus rhois by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Cactopinus rhois by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Cactopinus rhois: /kækˈtoʊpɪnəs ˈroʊɪs/

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North America

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Taxonomic Note

The specific epithet 'rhois' refers to Rhus, the sumac , suggesting a possible but unconfirmed association.

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