- Source: Trigonopterus palawanensis
Trigonopterus palawanensis is a species of flightless weevil in the genus Trigonopterus from the Philippines.
Etymology
The specific name is derived from that of the type locality.
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.
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.
Phylogeny
T. palawanensis is part of the T. wallacei species group.