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Tamarind weevil

Tamarind weevil

Insect — Coleoptera

What is an opportunist?

An "opportunist" is a population (fungi, bacteria, insects…) that takes advantage of a favourable environment to settle in, multiply and feed on it. It often develops when the natural defences of the affected organism are weakened — for genetic reasons or linked to context (water stress, deficiencies, nutritional imbalances, overcrowding…). This is typically the case in monocultures, where a single host plant, uniform and present in large numbers, offers ideal ground for it to spread.

Identification key : Legless larva with a head (weevils, seed beetles, bark beetles, wasps) (Larva) Weevils (Adult (and nymphs resembling the adult))

Scientific name : Sitophilus linearis

Other names : Tamarind pod borer

Weevil of the same genus as the rice weevil, specialised on tamarind. The female lays in the pods and larvae develop inside the seeds, which are hollowed out; it can go on breeding in stored pods.

Crops affected : Tamarind

Source : Sitophilus linearis (CALALI)[Overview] — EPPO Global Database — EPPO

This page lists the bio-preparations in the collection that other references associate with this opportunist: Tamarind weevil.

Warning: the associations between recipes and opportunists come from other references (traditional practices, publications, user feedback). They are neither a recommendation nor a claim of effectiveness. There is no certainty regarding the preparation, application and use of these bio-preparations. See the regulations

No published recipe is associated with this opportunist yet.

See also

Crops

Tamarind

Opportunists of the same crops

Chilli thrips Groundnut bruchid Macadamia nut borer

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