Grain weevil Sitophilus granarius
Adult grain weevil
Size: 5-6mm
Shape: Oval with long snout
Colour: Dark brown, almost black
Antennae: Has distinctive "L" shape.
Distinguishing features: Long snout called a rostrum
Larvae are pests of: Whole grain cereals such as wheat and barley
Damage: Pests of food
Adults eat: Small amounts of cereal
Often found on: These are not collection pests but have been found on objects stuffed with wheat grains. They are also found on whole grain rodent baits.
Size: 5-6mm
Shape: Oval with long snout
Colour: Dark brown, almost black
Antennae: Has distinctive "L" shape.
Distinguishing features: Long snout called a rostrum
Larvae are pests of: Whole grain cereals such as wheat and barley
Damage: Pests of food
Adults eat: Small amounts of cereal
Often found on: These are not collection pests but have been found on objects stuffed with wheat grains. They are also found on whole grain rodent baits.
Grain weevil Sitophilus granarius
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