Black Vine Weevil

Natural Habitat

Found in gardens, nurseries, and greenhouses; frequently enters homes during seasonal temperature changes or while seeking moisture.

Diet & Feeding

Adults feed on the foliage of over 100 different plant species (including yews, hemlocks, and rhododendrons), while larvae consume plant roots.

Behavior Patterns

Primarily nocturnal; adults are flightless and typically enter homes by crawling through crevices. All individuals of this species are female and reproduce parthenogenetically (without mating).

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans and pets as they do not bite, sting, or carry disease. However, they are significant agricultural and garden pests that can damage or kill ornamental plants.

Identified on: 6/8/2026