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Status: No conservation concerns
I have very mixed feelings toward the Elephant Weevil (Orthorhinus cylindrirostris). On the one hand, I think it’s pretty interesting, and in a strange way rather cute. I think it’s because I imagine it more like a miniature elephant rather than a bug. But let’s face it I like bugs too.
Now here’s why I’m having trouble completely falling in love (strong words, I know): the Elephant weevil is a major pest to the WINE INDUSTRY! NOOOOOOO!!!
I love me some wine. Every night. Every day. Wine. Yes please.
WHY MUST YOU DESTROY MY BELOVED BEVERAGE ELEPHANT WEEVIL?!! WHYYYYYYY?!
le sigh.
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