Weevil (Broad-nosed type, possibly)

Natural Habitat

Found in various environments depending on the species; some are associated with stored products, others with specific plants, gardens, forests, or agricultural fields.

Diet & Feeding

Herbivorous. Adults and larvae feed on a wide range of plant materials, including seeds, fruits, stems, roots, leaves, and stored grains.

Behavior Patterns

Weevils are generally slow-moving. Many species are nocturnal or crepuscular. They often play dead when disturbed (thanatosis). Life cycles vary, typically involving egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages. Larvae are often legless and grub-like, developing within plant tissues or stored food.

Risks & Benefits

Risks: Many species are significant agricultural pests, causing damage to crops, stored grains, and garden plants. Benefits: Some species can be beneficial for biological control of invasive weeds.

Identified on: 10/24/2025