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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.
Drawing of grain weevil

Grain weevil Sitophilus granarius

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Drawing of grain weevil