Lesser Clover Leaf Weevil
Scientific Name: Hypera nigrirostris
Order & Family: Coleoptera, Curculionidae
Size: 3.5 to 4.5 mm
Natural Habitat
Clover and alfalfa fields, pastures, and grassy meadows throughout North America and Europe.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed inside the stems and flower buds of clover; adults feed on the leaves.
Behavior Patterns
Adults overwinter in crop debris. They emerge in spring to lay eggs on clover plants. They are typically nocturnal and strong fliers.
Risks & Benefits
Considered a crop pest as they can damage clover and alfalfa yields. They represent no direct risk to humans.
Identified on: 5/11/2026