Polygraphus

Polygraphus

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Polygraphus: //pɒlɪˈɡræfəs//

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Images

Polygraphus anogeissi by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Polygraphus querci by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Polygraphus querci by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Polygraphus querci by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Polygraphus querci by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.
Polygraphus querci by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Summary

Polygraphus is a genus of beetles within the family Curculionidae, comprising around 3 species in the North American region and approximately 100 globally. They are small beetles, primarily associated with spruce forests and have a specific feeding habit on the bark of certain conifers.

Physical Characteristics

1.8–3.1 mm in length

Habitat

Northeastern and mountainous parts of North America where spruce forests grow

Distribution

Eurasia and Northern America

Diet

Feeding on the bark of recently broken, cut or fallen Pinaceae trees

Tags

  • beetles
  • Polygraphus
  • Curculionidae
  • spruce forests