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  1. Weevil - Wikipedia

    Approximately 97,000 species of weevils are known. They belong to several families, with most of them in the family Curculionidae (the true weevils). It also includes bark beetles, which while …

  2. 26 Common Types of Weevils: Identification with Pictures

    Jul 22, 2025 · Weevils are a diverse group of beetles known for their elongated snouts and plant-based diets. Found in fields, forests, pantries, and gardens, these insects can be harmless or highly …

  3. Weevils: What They Are, Health Risks, Getting Rid of Them, and More - WebMD

    Jan 24, 2024 · There are many weevil species, including rice weevils, maize weevils, granary weevils, and root weevils. Rice weevils infest stored grains. They're reddish-brown and have four reddish...

  4. How to Get Rid of Weevils in 6 Easy Steps - Better Homes & Gardens

    May 5, 2025 · A weevil infestation can be a costly problem because it often renders the entire contents of a cupboard inedible. Here are some options to get rid of weevils for good.

  5. What is a Weevil? And How to Identify and Get Rid of Them

    Jan 1, 2025 · What is a Weevil? A weevil is a type of beetle that belongs to the Curculionidae family, characterized by its distinct elongated snout or rostrum. This unique feature sets them apart from …

  6. What Is a Weevil and How Did It Get in My Food? - The Spruce

    Jan 29, 2025 · Weevils, also known as flour bugs or long-snout bugs, infest flour, rice, cornmeal, and other dry goods in the pantry. They can enter through windows or small cracks in the home and seek …

  7. What Is a Weevil? Identification and Characteristics

    Aug 24, 2025 · Weevils are a diverse group of insects, encompassing over 60,000 described species worldwide. They belong to the order Coleoptera, making them a type of beetle. Found in nearly every …

  8. Weevil | Grain-eating, Beetles, Pests | Britannica

    Weevil, (family Curculionidae), true weevil of the insect order Coleoptera (beetles and weevils). Curculionidae is one of the largest coleopteran families (about 40,000 species).

  9. Weevils 101: What Are Weevils? - PestControlExperts.com

    Jul 18, 2025 · Weevils are small insects belonging to the Curculionidae family, the largest family within the beetle order (Coleoptera), with over 60,000 species worldwide. These pests are primarily plant …

  10. Weevils / Home and Landscape / UC Statewide IPM Program (UC IPM)

    There may be more than 1,000 weevil species in California. Some species are common pests, but most are innocuous. The larvae of many weevil species feed hidden within plant parts or soil. Adults of …