Study group Acalles

The study group Acalles was founded in 1997 as a cooperative group of scientists sharing interests. Since 1999 it exists as a permanent study group in the Curculio-Institute. Today eight colleagues from different European countries belong to the group. The purpose is the research on taxonomy, biology and ecology of Western Palearctic Cryptorhynchinae. In the beginning the overdue taxonomic revision of the confused genus Acalles was in the fore. From today's standpoint ecological and biological contributions (e. g. on the developmental stages of Cryptorhynchinae) are in demand and an interdisciplinary orientation becomes more important. Field trips as well as joint projects (at present the Macaronesian Islands) are planned and undertaken by the study group. The scientific results are published together. If you are interested in closer acquaintance and a collaboration with our team please contact the Curculio-Institute (CURCI/Stüben)! We are still looking for many new colleagues from all countries in Europe to improve the efficiency of our work!

Contact

Study group Acalles
Curculio-Institute
Hauweg 62
D-41066 Mönchengladbach
Email: curculio@t-online.de