Naupactus peregrinus
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Naupactus peregrinus (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Russ Ottens, University of Georgia
Source: IPM Images
Author(s): Russ Ottens, University of Georgia
Source: IPM Images

Naupactus peregrinus damage on sweet potato (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Russ Ottens, University of Georgia
Source: IPM Images
Author(s): Russ Ottens, University of Georgia
Source: IPM Images
Naupactus peregrinus (Buchanan)
This polyphagous weevil is native to South America and has been accidentally introduced into North America in 1936. The feeding on roots by the larvae may cause serious damage, especially on root crops. The adults feed on the foliage.
Synonyms:
Graphognathus peregrinus