Summary
Sitophilus zeamais, commonly known as the maize weevil, is a small beetle belonging to the family Curculionidae. It is a major pest of stored grains, particularly maize (corn). Adult weevils are about 3-4 mm in length and have a dark brown coloration. They infest grains by laying eggs inside them, and the larvae feed on the grain, causing damage and reducing its quality.
Tags
harmful
garden pest
crop pest
pest