Plistonicus

Plistonicus is a genus of beetles in the family Curculionidae, the true weevils. The genus was first described by the German entomologist Hermann Julius Kolbe in 1897.

Description

Members of the genus Plistonicus are small to medium-sized beetles, typically characterized by their elongated bodies and rostrum, or snout. The rostrum is used for boring into plant tissues, where the beetles lay their eggs.

Distribution

Plistonicus species are found worldwide, with a particularly high diversity in tropical regions.

Species

There are several species within the genus Plistonicus, including:

• Plistonicus ornatipennis
• Plistonicus subarmatus
• Plistonicus armatus

Ecology

Plistonicus beetles are typically associated with plants, where they feed and reproduce. Some species are known to be pests of agricultural crops.

References

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See also

• List of Curculionidae genera
• Hermann Julius Kolbe

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