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Gorse Seed Weevil

Exapion ulicis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Coleoptera ›Family: Brentidae ›Genus: Exapion

About

Exapion ulicis (formerly Apion ulicis) is a species of straight-snouted weevil known by the general common name Gorse Seed Weevil. It is used as an agent of biological pest control against Common Gorse (Ulex europaeus), which is classified as a noxious weed in some countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gorse Seed Weevil?
The scientific name of Gorse Seed Weevil is Exapion ulicis.
What kingdom does Gorse Seed Weevil belong to?
Gorse Seed Weevil belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Gorse Seed Weevil belong to?
Gorse Seed Weevil belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Gorse Seed Weevil belong to?
Gorse Seed Weevil belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Gorse Seed Weevil belong to?
Gorse Seed Weevil belongs to the order Coleoptera.
What family does Gorse Seed Weevil belong to?
Gorse Seed Weevil belongs to the family Brentidae.
What genus does Gorse Seed Weevil belong to?
Gorse Seed Weevil belongs to the genus Exapion.