Weevils are beetles belonging to the superfamily Curculionoidea, known for their elongated snouts. They are usually small, less than 6 mm in length, and herbivorous. Approximately 97,000 species of weevils are known. They belong to several families, with most of them in the family Curculionidae.

What does a weevil symbolize?

Fear No Weevil

In the 1960's, a highly successful eradication program was begun, using the beetles' own sex pheromone to lure them into traps. This monitoring system allowed more targeted sprays and control methods. The Boll Weevil has its own statue in Alabama, built in 1919.

What does a weevil do?

Many weevils are considered pests because of their ability to damage and kill crops. The grain or wheat weevil (Sitophilus granarius) damages stored grain, as does the maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais) among others.