Toadflax flower-eating beetle
Brachypterolus pulicarius adults are black, oval beetles about 2 mm in length and are found feeding on young toadflax shoots and flower buds. Larvae are 1-4 mm long with short legs and are creamy-white in color; they are found within toadflax flowers and developing fruits.
Also known as: Antirrhinum beetle
- Term type: Biological Control Agent
- Units: kg
- Scientific name: Brachypterolus pulicarius
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HESTIA Glossary