Bug Identifier
Broad-nosed weevil
Community identification

Broad-nosed weevil

Curculionidae sp.

Order & Family
Coleoptera; family Curculionidae
Size
Typically 3–12 mm long; this specimen appears approximately 5–8 mm.
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Natural Habitat

Gardens, vegetation, leaf litter, and soil; adults may wander indoors toward lights or warmth.

Diet & Feeding

Adults generally chew leaves, buds, or roots; larvae commonly feed on plant roots or decaying plant material.

Behavior Patterns

Usually nocturnal or secretive, often dropping motionless when disturbed. Complete metamorphosis: egg, grub-like larva, pupa, and adult.

Risks & Benefits

Not dangerous to people and does not bite or sting. Some species damage ornamental or crop plants, while others help decompose organic matter and serve as prey.