Anthonomus eugenii

Definition

A species of snout weevil that is a major pest of pepper plants in North America.

Etymology

Named after the genus Anthonomus, which is characterized by its long snout, and eugenii, likely referring to Eugene A. Schwarz, an entomologist who described many weevil species.

Example

Anthonomus eugenii larvae feed on pepper plants, causing significant damage to crops.

Related Terms

• Pepper weevil
• Snout weevil
• Pest