Curculio baculi

Curculio baculi is a type of weevil, which belongs to the insect order Coleoptera. Weevils, also known as true weevils, are characterized by their long, elbowed antennae and a distinct snout. The family Curculionidae, to which Curculio baculi belongs, is one of the largest beetle families, with around 40,000 species.1

Curculio baculi specifically feeds on acorns. Most weevils have larvae that feed exclusively on plants, often a single species or closely related ones, while adult weevils may have less specialized diets. The snout is a key feature, used for feeding and for boring holes to lay eggs. Some weevils, like the grain weevil and boll weevil, are considered significant agricultural pests.21