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Trigonopterus baliensis

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Curculionoidea

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Coleoptera

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Trigonopterus baliensis

Trigonopterus baliensis is a species of flightless weevil in the genus Trigonopterus from Indonesia.

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Etymology

The specific name is derived from the type locality of Bali.

Description

Individuals measure 1.46–1.90 mm long. General coloration is black, with rust-colored markings on the elytra. The legs and head are rust-colored.

Range

The species is found around elevations of 600–1,690 metres (1,970–5,540 ft) on Mount Andeng, Mount Batukaru, Bedugul, and Mount Mesehe on the Indonesian island province of Bali.

Phylogeny

T. baliensis is part of the T. relictus species group.

References

Trigonopterus baliensis Wikipedia


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