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Weevils Flashcards

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1
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What is the scientific name for weevils?

A

Curculionidae

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2
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True or False: Weevils are a type of beetle.

A

True

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3
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What do weevils primarily feed on?

A

Plants

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4
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Where do weevils lay their eggs?

A

Inside plant tissue

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5
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What is the most common type of weevil found in homes?

A

Rice weevils

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6
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What is the purpose of the weevil’s snout?

A

To bore into plant material

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7
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Fill in the blank: Weevils are known for their ________ feeding habits.

A

Destructive

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8
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What is the main threat weevils pose to crops?

A

Crop damage

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9
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What is the economic impact of weevils on agriculture?

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Significant losses

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10
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How do weevils defend themselves from predators?

A

By playing dead

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11
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What type of metamorphosis do weevils undergo?

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Complete metamorphosis

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12
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What is the larval stage of a weevil called?

A

Grub

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13
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Where can weevils be found besides crops?

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In stored grains

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14
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What is the average lifespan of an adult weevil?

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Several months

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15
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What is the role of weevils in the ecosystem?

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As decomposers

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16
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True or False: Weevils have wings and can fly.

A

True

17
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What is the primary method of controlling weevil infestations?

A

Pesticides

18
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What is the physical appearance of weevil larvae?

A

White and grub-like

19
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What type of damage do weevil larvae cause to crops?

A

Feeding on roots

20
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What is the best way to prevent weevil infestations in stored grains?

A

Proper storage hygiene

21
Q

What is the size range of adult weevils?

A

1-10 mm

22
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What is the primary host plant for most weevil species?

A

Legumes

23
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What is the most effective control measure for weevils in homes?

A

Sealing entry points

24
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What is the main reason weevils are considered pests?

A

Crop destruction

25
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What is the main difference between weevils and beetles?

A

Weevils have an elongated snout

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