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Giraffe Weevil

Trachelophorus giraffa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Coleoptera ›Family: Attelabidae ›Genus: Trachelophorus

About

The giraffe weevil (Trachelophorus giraffa) is a weevil endemic to Madagascar. It derives its name from an extended neck much like that of the common giraffe. The giraffe weevil is sexually dimorphic, with the neck of the male typically being 2 to 3 times the length of that of the female. Most of the body is black with distinctive red elytra covering the flying wings. The total body length of the males is just under an...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Giraffe Weevil?
The scientific name of Giraffe Weevil is Trachelophorus giraffa.
What is the conservation status of Giraffe Weevil?
The Giraffe Weevil has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Giraffe Weevil belong to?
Giraffe Weevil belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Giraffe Weevil belong to?
Giraffe Weevil belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Giraffe Weevil belong to?
Giraffe Weevil belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Giraffe Weevil belong to?
Giraffe Weevil belongs to the order Coleoptera.
What family does Giraffe Weevil belong to?
Giraffe Weevil belongs to the family Attelabidae.
What genus does Giraffe Weevil belong to?
Giraffe Weevil belongs to the genus Trachelophorus.