description Carrot Weevil Overview
The carrot weevil is the North American beetle Listronotus oregonensis, a member of the weevil family Curculionidae. It attacks cultivated plants in the carrot family, especially carrot, parsley, celery, and dill. Adults feed on foliage and lay eggs in plant petioles, while larvae tunnel through petioles and roots; this feeding can cause wilting, fungal or bacterial entry, and crop loss.
help Carrot Weevil FAQ
What plants does the carrot weevil attack?
The carrot weevil, Listronotus oregonensis, attacks plants in the carrot family. Important host crops include carrot, parsley, celery, and dill.
What is the scientific name of the carrot weevil?
Its scientific name is Listronotus oregonensis. It is a North American beetle in the weevil family Curculionidae.
How do carrot weevil adults damage plants?
Adults feed on foliage and also lay eggs in plant petioles. The feeding and egg-laying behavior can damage cultivated plants before the larvae develop.
Where does the carrot weevil belong in insect classification?
It is a beetle in the family Curculionidae, the weevil family. The species is associated with North American crops in the carrot family.
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