Acorn Weevils are beetles in the genus Curculio known for their long snouts and their habit of laying eggs inside developing acorns.
Taxonomy and Classification
- Order: Coleoptera
- Family: Curculionidae
- Genus: Curculio
Physical Description
- Length: 5–10 mm
- Color: Brown or reddish-brown
- Distinctive Feature: Long curved snout
Distribution and Habitat
- North America
- Oak forests
- Woodlands and parks
Behavior and Ecology
Female weevils drill holes into acorns and deposit eggs inside. The larvae feed on the nut before exiting to pupate in the soil.
Management and Prevention
Infested acorns typically fall prematurely and may show small exit holes.