Root weevils
- Pronunciation
- /ROOT WEE-vils/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Root weevil
- Plural
- Root weevils
Definition
A common name for members of the subfamily Entiminae, a group of weevils (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) that feed on roots and underground plant parts.
Etymology
From the Latin word 'radix' meaning 'root'.
Example
Root weevils are a major agricultural pest, damaging crops by feeding on roots.
Related Terms
- Weevils
- Entiminae
- Plant pests
Usage Notes
The term 'root weevil' is often used generically for any weevil that feeds on roots, even if it doesn't belong to the Entiminae subfamily.