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Sternochetus mangiferae
mango seed weevil, mango stone weevil, mango weevil
A compact weevil in the subfamily Cryptorhynchinae, Sternochetus mangiferae is a significant pest of mango (Mangifera indica). Adults measure 7.5–9.5 mm in length and 4 mm in width. The species completes its entire immature development inside mango seeds, with larvae and pupae developing within the fruit. Adults are weak fliers and typically remain near fallen fruit; new infestations spread primarily through human transport of infested fruit.