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Curculionidae Collection

Curculionidae, commonly known as weevils, are a fascinating group of beetles that have captured the attention of artists and photographers throughout history

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: 20th Century Art: Weevil (Rhopalomesites tardyi), 1998 by Ma

20th Century Art: Weevil (Rhopalomesites tardyi), 1998 by Ma
Watercolour. Russell is an example of a scientist turned artist. Trained initially as an entomologist his combined love of beetles and art resulted in a series of exceptional drawings of weevils

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: NFP 1176

NFP 1176
European chestnut weevil (Curculio elephas) walking on greeen leaf, Liguria, Italy Date: 17-Jun-17

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: INDO 20-05 109

INDO 20-05 109
Palm Weevil - with Phoretic Mites (Acari Subclass) - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: A Bamboo Weevil resting on a piece of bark, London Zoo, 1927 (b / w photo)

A Bamboo Weevil resting on a piece of bark, London Zoo, 1927 (b / w photo)
3527131 A Bamboo Weevil resting on a piece of bark, London Zoo, 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Giraffe necked weevil {Trachelophorus giraffa} male on leaf of host plant (Dichaetanthera

Giraffe necked weevil {Trachelophorus giraffa} male on leaf of host plant (Dichaetanthera cordifolia) tropical rainforest, Mantadia NP, Madagascar

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: AE-5972-9622

AE-5972-9622
True weevil (Curculionidae) isolated on a white background ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Weevil beetle - on dry branch of a Saxaul bush

Weevil beetle - on dry branch of a Saxaul bush - Central Karakum desert (Curculionidae sp.). Turkmenistan - Spring - April

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Weevil - on Tamarisk (Tamaricaceae sp. ) beetle

Weevil - on Tamarisk (Tamaricaceae sp. ) beetle
Weevil - on Tamarisk (Tamaricaceae sp.) beetle feeds on tamarisk plant (Curculionidae sp.). near Karakum canal - Turkmenistan - Spring - April

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: AE-5972-9816

AE-5972-9816
True weevil (Curculionidae) isolated on a white background ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: AE-5972-9638

AE-5972-9638
True weevil (Curculionidae) isolated on a white background ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: AE-5972-9633

AE-5972-9633
True weevil (Curculionidae) isolated on a white background ~ Esmeralda - protected area, Misiones, Argentina, South America

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: AE-5972-9601

AE-5972-9601
True weevil (Curculionidae) isolated on a white background ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Clay-coloured weevil, Otiorhychus singularis, adult with damage antenna

Clay-coloured weevil, Otiorhychus singularis, adult with damage antenna

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Yellow Weevil (Lixus paraplecticus) adult, resting on leaf, French Pyrenees, France, June

Yellow Weevil (Lixus paraplecticus) adult, resting on leaf, French Pyrenees, France, June

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Jewel Weevil with long protruding snout, short jointed legs, and an iridescent

Jewel Weevil with long protruding snout, short jointed legs, and an iridescent, metallic-looking green and red body, balancing on green stalk

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Weevil on sand

Weevil on sand
Weevil (Coniocleonus tigrinus) on sand. Photographed in Przemkow Landscape Park, Poland

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Acorn weevils on an acorn

Acorn weevils on an acorn
Acorn weevils (Curculio glandium) on an acorn from an oak (Quercus sp.) tree. Photographed in Poland

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Acorn weevil

Acorn weevil (Curculio glandium) on an oak (Quercus sp.) leaf. Photographed in Poland

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Weevils on a leaf

Weevils on a leaf. Close-up of male and female Liparus glabrirostris weevils on a butterbur (Petasites kablikianus) leaf. Photographed in Tatra National Park, Poland

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Weevil on a leaf

Weevil on a leaf. Close-up of a weevil (Liparus glabrirostris) on a butterbur (Petasites kablikianus) leaf. Photographed in Tatra National Park, Poland

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Elongated bean weevil

Elongated bean weevil (Lixus iridis) on a leaf. Photographed in Wroclaw, Poland

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Flower chafer beetles

Flower chafer beetles. View of the upper side of a selection of flower chafer scarab beetles (Eudicella gralli mechowi) - a subspecies of the flamboyant flower beetle (Eudicella gralli)

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Tropical weevils

Tropical weevils. View of the upper side of an assortment of Pachyrrhynchus sp. weevils (family Curculionoidea). Seen here are: Pachyrrhynchus argus (top centre), P

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Sitophilus granarius, grain weevil

Sitophilus granarius, grain weevil
Scanning electron microscope image of a grain weevil (x 50). Note the elongated snout or rostrum, with the chewing mouthparts at the end. These weevils cannot fly. Artificially coloured by computer

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Otiorhynchus armadillo and O. salicicola, armadillo weevil

Otiorhynchus armadillo and O. salicicola, armadillo weevil
A pair of armadillo weevils on a leaf. Weevils are characterised by elongated rostrums or snouts

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Otiorhynchus armadillo and O. salicicola, armadillo weevil

Otiorhynchus armadillo and O. salicicola, armadillo weevil
A pair of armadillo weevils on a leaf. Weevils are characterised by elongated rostrums or snouts

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Rhynchophorus ferrugineus, coconut palm weevil illustration

Rhynchophorus ferrugineus, coconut palm weevil illustration
An illustration of a coconut palm weevil, original painting by Amadeo J. E. Terzi (1872-1956)

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Lily Weevil - ground dwelling beetle feeding on foliage of various plants including Aloes

Lily Weevil - ground dwelling beetle feeding on foliage of various plants including Aloes - Endemic to Eastern Cape
ASW-4886 Lily Weevil - ground dwelling beetle feeding on foliage of various plants including Aloes Endemic to Eastern Cape - Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa Brachycerus tauriculus Alan J

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Feeding damage to leaves of Pig's Ears succulent caused by Lily Weevils (Hipporrhinus sp)

Feeding damage to leaves of Pig's Ears succulent caused by Lily Weevils (Hipporrhinus sp)
ASW-4783 Feeding damage to leaves of Pig's Ears succulent caused by Lily Weevils (Hipporrhinus sp.) Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Cotyledon orbiculata Alan J. S

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Acorn Weevil (Curculio glandium) adult, resting on Ornamental Maple (Acer sp)

Acorn Weevil (Curculio glandium) adult, resting on Ornamental Maple (Acer sp)
Acorn Weevil (Curculio glandium) adult, resting on Ornamental Maple (Acer sp.) leaf, ordinarily these insect live high up in oak trees but this one had been dislodged by very strong winds, Belvedere

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Chestnut Weevil (Curculio elephas) adult, with pollen on rostrum and legs, standing on flower, Italy

Chestnut Weevil (Curculio elephas) adult, with pollen on rostrum and legs, standing on flower, Italy

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Green Nettle Weevil (Phyllobius viridiaeris) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf

Green Nettle Weevil (Phyllobius viridiaeris) adult, resting on Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf, Priory Water Nature Reserve, Leicestershire, England, june

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Small nettle weevil

Small nettle weevil (Cidnorhinus quadrimaculatus). This species of weevil is 2-3mm long. It is characterized by a long curved rostrum bearing two antennae

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Nettle weevil

Nettle weevil (Phyllobius pomaceus), artwork. This species of beetle has a outer layer of green scales which gives it a metallic sheen

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Beetle exoskeleton, SEM

Beetle exoskeleton, SEM
Beetle exoskeleton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the external surface of the exoskeleton of a billbug beetle (Family Curculionidae), a type of weevil or snout beetle

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Cotton boll weevil and cotton plant

Cotton boll weevil and cotton plant
Boll weevil (Anthonomus grandis) with cotton plant (Gossypium sp.). The boll weevil is the most destructive cotton pest in North America. The adult insects measure 3-8.5 mm long

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Damaged stinging nettle

Damaged stinging nettle, artwork. Various views of a stinging nettle damaged by the weevil (Ceuthorhynchus pollinaris). At left are several enlarged views of sections of damaged stems and petioles

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Lily Weevil - feeding on leaves of Pig's Ears (Cotyledon orbiculata) - Grahamstown, Eastern Cape

Lily Weevil - feeding on leaves of Pig's Ears (Cotyledon orbiculata) - Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4770 Lily Weevil - feeding on leaves of Pig's Ears (Cotyledon orbiculata) Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Hipporrhinus sp. Alan J. S

Background imageCurculionidae Collection: Lily weevils mating. Ground dwelling beetle, feeding on foliage of various plants, including aloes

Lily weevils mating. Ground dwelling beetle, feeding on foliage of various plants, including aloes
ASW-4722 Lily weevils mating Endemic to Eastern Cape. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Brachycerus tauriculus Alan J. S



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Curculionidae, commonly known as weevils, are a fascinating group of beetles that have captured the attention of artists and photographers throughout history. In 20th Century Art, Ma created an exquisite piece titled "Weevil (Rhopalomesites tardyi), 1998, " showcasing the intricate details of this insect. This artwork, categorized under NFP 1176 and INDO 20-05 109, highlights the beauty and complexity found within the Curculionidae family. Even in black and white photographs from London Zoo in 1927, a Bamboo Weevil can be seen resting gracefully on a piece of bark. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to this captivating image. Another striking photograph captures a male Giraffe Necked Weevil perched delicately on a leaf of its host plant Dichaetanthera. The elongated neck-like structure gives it an appearance reminiscent of its namesake. The diversity within Curculionidae is further demonstrated by images such as the Weevil beetle clinging onto a dry branch of a Saxaul bush or another one perched on Tamarisk foliage (Tamaricaceae sp. ). These snapshots showcase their ability to adapt to various environments while maintaining their distinctive features. In order to capture every detail with precision, photographers have also photographed these weevils against plain white backgrounds like AE-5972-9622, AE-5972-9816, AE-5972-9638, and AE-5972-9633. This technique allows viewers to focus solely on the intricate patterns adorning their exoskeletons. Curculionidae has captivated both artists and scientists alike due to their unique characteristics. From delicate artworks depicting them in all their glory to detailed photographs capturing every aspect up close – these glimpses into the world of weevils offer us insight into nature's extraordinary creations.