About Bruchus rufimanus Boheman, 1833
Bruchus rufimanus Boheman, 1833 is commonly known by three common names: the broadbean weevil, broadbean beetle, and broadbean seed beetle. This species is a leaf beetle that inhabits crops, fields, and some homes. It is classified as a pest of faba beans (Vicia faba L.). Adult B. rufimanus feed on pollen, while their larvae tunnel into faba bean seeds to develop. Larval activity destroys affected crops, and the beetles move to new host crops once infested seeds dry out. Adults are among the largest members of the genus Bruchus, with a total body length that ranges from 3 to 5 mm.
