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Cactophagus (Metamasius) spinolae
Known in Mexico as "picudo del nopal", it's a kind of weevil that feeds on the prickly pear cactus (Opuntia) as well as others such as Hylocereus, and is sometimes considered a pest. Adults seen mostly during rainy season.
Spotted on Jun 30, 2014
Submitted on Jun 30, 2014
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