Rhinoncus pericarpius

2.5-3.6mm. This is a small greyish weevil with a cream coloured blotch at the centre join of the elytra. The rostrum is relatively short and broad. The underside is covered in pale rounded scales. Legs are red-brown.

• 2.5-3.6mm
• 7 segmented antennal funiculus
• short and broad rostrum
• upper body black or dark brown with a basal orange/yellow patch of scales across the elytral suture
• pronotum 1.4x wider than high with a tubercle near each basal corner

Unless identified by a recognised expert, photographic evidence is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used. Note the beetle's size and describe the identifying characters. It is advisable to retain the specimen in case further checks are needed.

Found on sorrels and dock.

Spring and summer.

Widespread and fairly frequent in England and Wales.

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.