Bug Identifier
Broad-nosed Weevil
Community identification

Broad-nosed Weevil

Curculionidae (Entiminae)

Order & Family
Order: Coleoptera, Family: Curculionidae
Size
5 mm to 15 mm
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Natural Habitat

Found on a variety of plants, shrubs, and deciduous trees in gardens, forests, and grassy areas.

Diet & Feeding

Adults primarily feed on the leaves of host plants, while larvae often feed on roots in the soil.

Behavior Patterns

They are primarily nocturnal feeders but can be seen during the day. Many species are flightless and will drop to the ground and play dead (thanatosis) when disturbed.

Risks & Benefits

Generally considered minor garden pests due to leaf-notching; however, they pose no risk to humans and provide a food source for birds and predatory insects.