Name: Groundnut Seed Beetle
Scientific name: Caryedon serratus
Type: Leaf beetles
Family: Insects
Color: Brown,Grey
Habitat: Farms,Fields
Size: 4-6 mm
Conservation status:
Resident Breeder
Description:
Insect follows Chrysomelidae family, and Coleoptera order. Size is between 4-6 mm, red grey and has fluff. It attacks Acacia tree seeds, and may cause harm to seed stocks. In some countries, it attacks Tamarind trees.
