A weevil is a small beetle that feeds on foods like flour, grain, rice, cereal, nuts, and beans. Unlike other pantry pests that strictly eat food, weevils lay eggs inside the food. These eggs then hatch, and the larvae eat the remainder of the food until they are fully grown.

Are weevils harmful to humans?

The Good News. The truth is, weevils are NOT harmful to humans. Accidentally eating them along with your food does not cause any ill effects.

What does weevils turn into?

Weevil larvae are worm-like grubs that do not have legs. When the larvae hatch, they burrow into the soil and eat the plant’s roots, or begin eating the plants around them. The larval stage can take up to two months before the weevils enter the pupal stage, which typically lasts about three weeks.