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Trigonopterus palawanensis

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Trigonopterus palawanensis
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Trigonopterus palawanensis is a species of flightless weevil in the genus Trigonopterus from the Philippines.[1]

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Etymology

The specific name is derived from that of the type locality.[1]

Description

Individuals measure 2.13–2.21 mm in length. Body is slightly oval in shape. General coloration is a dark rust-color or black, with rust-colored tarsi and antennae.[1]

Range

The species is found around elevations of 500–700 metres (1,600–2,300 ft) on Mount Bloomfield, in the Philippine province of Palawan.[1]

Phylogeny

T. palawanensis is part of the T. wallacei species group.[1]

References

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