leaf-rolling
- Pronunciation
- /leaf-rol-ing/
- Category
- Behavior
- Singular
- leaf-rolling
- Plural
- leaf-rolling
Definition
A behavior exhibited by some species of weevils where they roll up leaves to create a protective shelter for their larvae.
Etymology
From the Latin words 'folium' (leaf) and 'rotare' (to roll).
Example
The leaf-rolling weevils use rolled leaves to protect their eggs and developing larvae.
Related Terms
- Weevils
- Leaf-rolling behavior
Usage Notes
This behavior is common in attelabine weevils.