Black Vine Weevil

Found in gardens, nurseries, and greenhouses; often wanders into homes during the night or seeking moisture.

Adults feed on the leaves of over 100 different plant species (including yews and rhododendrons); larvae feed on plant roots.

They are nocturnal, flightless, and reproduce through parthenogenesis (all individuals are female). They typically hide in soil or mulch during the day.

They are a significant agricultural and horticultural pest because the larvae can kill plants by girdling the roots. They are harmless to humans and pets, but can be a nuisance indoors.