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Lichen Weevil

Gymnopholus lichenifer

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and mangrove forests and coastal wetlands within the Australasia biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Papua New Guinea. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Arthropoda (สัตว์ขาปล้อง)

Class

Insecta (แมลง)

Order

Coleoptera (อันดับด้วง)

Species

Gymnopholus lichenifer (Lichen Weevil)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lichen Weevil?

The scientific name of Lichen Weevil is Gymnopholus lichenifer. It belongs to the genus Gymnopholus.

What is the conservation status of Lichen Weevil?

Lichen Weevil (Gymnopholus lichenifer) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lichen Weevil live?

Lichen Weevil is found in Found in Papua New Guinea. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Papua New Guinea.

What family does Lichen Weevil belong to?

Lichen Weevil (Gymnopholus lichenifer) belongs to the genus Gymnopholus, which is part of the taxonomic family Curculionidae.

Is Lichen Weevil endangered?

Yes, Lichen Weevil (Gymnopholus lichenifer) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lichen Weevil belong to?

Lichen Weevil (Gymnopholus lichenifer) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).