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Lesser cowpea weevil

Callosobruchus chinensis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (37 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Venezuela).

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Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Animals)

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Insecta (Insects)

Coleoptera (Beetles)

Species

Callosobruchus chinensis (Lesser cowpea weevil)

Similar Species in Callosobruchus

Southern cowpea weevil

Callosobruchus maculatus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser cowpea weevil?

The scientific name of Lesser cowpea weevil is Callosobruchus chinensis. It belongs to the genus Callosobruchus.

Where does Lesser cowpea weevil live?

Lesser cowpea weevil is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (37 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Venezuela).. Countries include Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus.

What family does Lesser cowpea weevil belong to?

Lesser cowpea weevil (Callosobruchus chinensis) belongs to the genus Callosobruchus, which is part of the taxonomic family Chrysomelidae.

What kingdom does Lesser cowpea weevil belong to?

Lesser cowpea weevil (Callosobruchus chinensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser cowpea weevil?

The closest relatives of Lesser cowpea weevil in the genus Callosobruchus include Southern cowpea weevil.

Native Range — 44 Countries

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Genus Callosobruchus — 2 Species

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Lesser cowpea weevil

Callosobruchus chinensis

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Southern cowpea weevil

Callosobruchus maculatus

Data verified March 2026

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