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The Curculionidae Family: Aquatic Weevils
 

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Lixus sp.
  • Common Name: Aquatic Weevil
  • Identifying Feature: The Lixus genus is identified by the elytrum that covers the side of the first sternite.
  • Size of Adult: 8mm
  • Habitat: Emergent vegetation
  • Figures:

    a. Dorsal view of adult

    b. Ventral view of adult