Larinus

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Larinus is a genus of true weevils, comprising about 180 species, mostly in the Palaearctic region with some species introduced to North America. Turkey appears to have a significant diversity of the group, with more than 50 species recorded in the eastern part of the country. alt=Canada Thistle Bud Weevils (Subgenus Phyllonomeus) Mating|thumb|Canada thistle bud weevils (subgenus Phyllonomeus) mating Several of these beetles are used as agents of biological pest control against noxious weeds. They feed on flower heads, destroying the developing seeds of the weeds.