Cryptolarynx armatus


Cryptolarynx armatus is a species of beetle of the family Curculionidae. It is found in South Africa, where it is only known from the type locality near Nieuwoudtville.

Description

Adults reach a length of about 1.5–3.5 mm and have an integument black body, with the scapes, tibiae and tarsi reddish.

Biology

Specimens were collected in August, in stands of Oxalis obtusa and O. cf. suteroides.

Etymology

This species name refers to the apical cuticular expansion of the protibiae of the males, forming together with the mucro two strong teeth.