Otiorhynchus crataegi

A non-native broad-nosed beetle in the family Curculionidae, with obviously granulated pronotum, bristly scales on the wing-cases and strongly constricted waist giving it a bottom-heavy 'hourglass' outline.

May be confused with other Otiorhynchus species

• 5.4-6.5 mm
• Short, wide rostrum
• Strongly constricted waist
• Double tooth on underside of front femur
• Semi-erect scales in rows which are thick and bristle-like
• Granulated elytra and strongly granulated pronotum

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Mainly associated with privet (Ligustrum) and hawthorn (Crataegus), but feeds on a broad range of trees and shrubs especially in gardens and other locations with ornamental plants.

Appears to be uncommon or under-recorded; records are currently concentrated in the southern half of the UK.

Rare in Leicestershire and Rutland. The Cropston record of 09 July 2021 is the first for VC55.