A Weevil in the Bluebells
These 3 shots are of a Weevil found in some bluebells at High Wood, Bradbury Rings, nr Wimborne.
I often see these at this time of the year and like to get them on the bluebells where they can be found. I’ve always called them an “Elephant” Weevil, due to the snout. However after reading around the web I believe this is either an Acorn or a Nut Weevil. (Curculio glandium or Curculio nucum). I am led to believe that you can only tell them apart with the aid of a microscope.
Anyhow onto the shots – the 2 with green in the background have been taken with a green card in the background to stop the black background effect.
Weevil on Bluebell
Weevil looking out of bluebells.
Acorn or Nut Weevil on Bluebells.
Map of Location
Small Car park near lane up to woods and rings
