Lixus impressiventris
The color and shape look like katsuobushi.
| Scientific name | Lixus impressiventris |
| English name | Lixus impressiventris |
| Japanese name | Katsuozoumushi |
| Classification | Insecta |
| Classification details | Coleoptera Curculionidae |
| Full length | 10-12cm |
| Distribution | Distributed from Hokkaido to Okinawa. |
Characteristics
The weevil is so named because it looks like dried bonito flakes before it is shaved. The surface of the body of about 1 cm is covered with reddish-brown powder, and small holes are lined up in rows. The snout (the so-called weevil's "nose") and legs are lead-colored. The wing tips are slightly curled.
Ecology
It undergoes complete metamorphosis, and adults emerge from spring to summer after pupation. It lives in thickets and eats the leaves of knotweed and other knotweed plants. The reddish-brown powder on the body can be removed by touching.
Habitat
I photographed an individual on a leaf in Katakura Castle Ruins Park, Hachioji City. It was walking slowly and I was able to take a close-up. The katsuobushi-like shape is interesting, but the round black eyes at the base of the snout are also cute.
Pictures
Introducing a picture of Lixus impressiventris.
Picture book
Hydrangea
ornamental flower with developed calyx. "Patient love".......ead more.
Grey Plover
Natsuha's belly is black.......ead more.
Common Goldeneye
Its Japanese name comes from the white markings on its cheeks.......ead more.
Spring star
Long narrow leaves resembling Chinese chives and white flowers.......ead more.
Black-headed Gull
There is a black spot behind the eye.......ead more.