Broad Bean Weevil vs Toadflax Seed Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad Bean Weevil | Toadflax Seed Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bruchus rufimanus | Gymnetron antirrhini |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Mediterranean, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Broad Bean Weevil
A compact, dark beetle with grayish pubescence and reddish-brown antennae bases. It is a significant pest of faba beans across Europe and the Mediterranean.
Did You Know?
Adults emerge from stored seeds through a perfectly circular exit hole, leaving distinctive windows in the seed coat.
Toadflax Seed Weevil
A small dark weevil that develops inside the seed capsules of toadflax and snapdragon plants. Larvae consume developing seeds. Part of the biological control program for invasive toadflax.
Did You Know?
Larvae can destroy up to 90% of seeds in a toadflax capsule, significantly reducing plant reproduction.