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South American Palm Weevil

Rhynchophorus palmarum

Classification

Class
Insecta

The South American palm weevil, Rhynchophorus palmarum, is a species of snout beetle. The adults are relatively large black beetles of approximately one and a half inch in length, and the larvae may grow to two inches in length. Biology and behavior These insects are attracted to the release of volatile compounds produced by injured palm trees.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Peru · 25