Hypomeces squamosus

Hypomeces squamosus, also known as the gold-dust weevil[1] is a species of the true weevil family.

Hypomeces squamosus
Hypomeces squamosus from Laos on a green leaf.
Scientific classification
Kingdom:
Animalia
Phylum:
Arthropoda
Class:
Insecta
Order:
Coleoptera
Family:
Curculionidae
Subfamily:
Entiminae
Tribe:
Tanymecini
Subtribe:
Piazomiina
Genus:
Hypomeces
Species:
squamosus
Binomial name
Hypomeces squamosus

Description

Hypomeces squamosus can reach a length of about 12 millimetres (0.47 in). This specimen is covered with iridescent green glitter all over the body.

Distribution

This species can be found in India, South-East Asia, and the Philippines.

References
  1. Pests of Crops in Warmer Climates and Their Control


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