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Clay-coloured Weevil
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Clay-coloured Weevil
Otiorhynchus singularis
The Clay-coloured Weevil is a small, brown bug that loves to munch on plants. It has a long snout and tiny legs, making it look quite funny as it moves around in gardens and fields.
Habitat: Gardens
Appearance
The Clay-coloured Weevil has a stout, oval body, typically dull grey-brown to reddish-brown, often appearing dusty due to short, dense, pale scales. Its distinguishing features include a short, broad snout (rostrum) and deeply ridged wing covers (elytra), which are fused, meaning it cannot fly.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderColeopteraFamilyCurculionidaeGenusOtiorhynchus
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Adult weevils can live for more than a year, surviving through cold winters.
Most Clay-coloured Weevils are female and can have babies without needing a male!
Their wing covers are fused together, so these weevils cannot fly!
They are nocturnal, meaning they wake up and eat plants only after the sun goes down.
Special abilities
Ability
Super Snout Eater
The Clay-coloured Weevil can chew through tough plant stems and leaves because of its strong, short snout that helps them eat.
Ability
Play Dead Defense
Clay-coloured Weevils can suddenly drop to the ground and play dead when threatened, which helps them escape predators.
Ability
Root Muncher Babies
Their larvae have powerful mandibles for boring into soil and eating plant roots, which helps them grow strong underground.
Measurements & details
- Size
- 4-8 mm
- Lifespan
- 365-730 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
This weevil is a herbivore, with both adults and larvae munching on different parts of plants.
Age differences: Larvae live underground and feed on plant roots, while adults feed above ground on leaves, buds, and bark.
Primary Foods
- leaves
- buds
- bark
- roots
- flowers
- soft stems
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eats
raspberry
Rubus idaeus
Feeds on foliage and can cause significant plant damage.
eaten by
blackbird
Turdus merula
Birds forage for weevils on the ground and plants.
eaten by
European hedgehog
Erinaceus europaeus
Hedgehogs consume weevils as part of their varied diet.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Decomposer
Describes organisms that break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
It's best to look at bugs like weevils without touching them, as they are very small and delicate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Clay-coloured Weevil?
4-8 mm
How long does Clay-coloured Weevil live?
365-730 days
What does Clay-coloured Weevil eat?
This weevil is a herbivore, with both adults and larvae munching on different parts of plants.
Where is Clay-coloured Weevil usually found?
Gardens
How does Clay-coloured Weevil hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Clay-coloured Weevil have?
6
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