• 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.


    References

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