• Source: Ceutorhynchus constrictus

Ceutorhynchus constrictus is a species of minute seed weevil in the family Curculionidae. It is native to Europe, but has been released as a biological control agent for garlic mustard in North America.




Description


This weevil varies from 1.8-2.3mm in size.




Habitat


This weevil occurs in forests and meadows.




Diet


This weevil is oligophagous on Brassicaceae.




References

Kata Kunci Pencarian:

• Ceutorhynchus constrictus
• Alliaria petiolata
• List of weevil (Curculionoidea) species recorded in Britain
• List of beetles of Ireland
• Garlic mustard as an invasive species