phyllobius or polydrusus weevil on red clover

nigel pinhorn · #1 (**permalink**) 17-06-2011, 07:34 PM

hi all

found lots of these weevils on red clover at the end of may - anyone know if either of the phyllobius/polydrusus weevils are associated with clovers?

phyllobius or polydrusus weevil on red clover - Wild About Britain Pics

many thanks

nigel, exeter

Jason Green · #2 (**permalink**) 17-06-2011, 08:01 PM

Evening Nigel,

One of the two genera, yes - but I wouldn't like to commit myself to either - let alone species, on the basis of these photos. Often you'll need a specimen and microscope.

Take care,

Jason

EDIT: Looking back at my collection, I've found I've taken Phyllobius roboretanus from Red Clover - brightish green in colour. Not an ID, just an avenue you understand!