Anthonomus pedicularius (Linnaeus, 1758)
This stunningly coloured weevil is also one of the smaller species. Measuring around 4mm, this species can be found by searching the foliage of Hawthorn, but is best sought-after by using a sweep net or beating tray. The ones pictured, were found in Sherwood Forest CP during July 2008.
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Nottinghamshire (VC56) distribution of Anthonomus pedicularius
 
 
 
 
The records for the Nottinghamshire distribution map are currently provided by the following contributors - Trevor and Dilys Pendleton. M L Denton (2002 Sherwood Forest Coleoptera survey). Adrian Fowles (Nottinghamshire data extracted from the National Recording Scheme for Coleoptera: Curculionoidea).

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Updated January 2022
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