Stephanorhynchus is a genus of flower weevils endemic to New Zealand. It was first described in 1846, revised in 2024, and currently contains four species, which are generally grey-brown in colour. The most common species is S. curvipes.
Stephanorhynchus is a genus of flower weevils endemic to New Zealand. It was first described in 1846, revised in 2024, and currently contains four species, which are generally grey-brown in colour. The most common species is S. curvipes.
== Distribution == Stephanorhynchus species are all found in New Zealand, where they are found on the North and South islands, with one species present in the Chathams. S. curvipes is the most widespread and commonly encountered species.
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