Maize weevil
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The maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais) is a species of beetle in the family Curculionidae. In the United States, it is called the greater rice weevil.[1][2] It lives in many tropical areas around the world, and in the United States. It is a major pest of maize.[3] This species attacks both crops that are still growing and those that have been harvested. It attacks wheat, rice, sorghum,[4][5][6] oats, barley, rye, buckwheat,[6] peas, and cottonseed. The maize weevil also attacks processed cereal products such as pasta, cassava,[5] and various coarse, milled grains. It has even been known to attack fruit while in storage, such as apples.[7]
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