March 25, 2023

I am a Sri Lankan Weevil

In Florida, I was introduced

I am a pest, 

And I do my best

To eat your ornamental plants and tasty produce.

Location: Riverside Park, Vero

Sources: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/orn/sri_lankan_weevil.htm

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