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the general conformation is well known, and the insects could 

 scarcely be confused with any others that infest Roses. 



Weevils. 



Rose-growers are often puzzled to discover the cause of 

 much injury to buds, young shoots, &c. By inspect- 

 ing the trees at night with the aid of a lantern the authors 

 thereof will be revealed Weevils. The species that we have 

 found is the Clay-Coloured Vine Weevil (Otiorrhynchus 



Clay-coloured Weevil Black Vine Weevil 



(Otiorrhynchus picipes). (Otiorrhynchus sulcatus). 



picipes), a most objectionable Beetle in the garden, and 

 second only in regard to its omnivorous propensities to a 

 near ally, the Black Vine Weevil (O. sulcatus). We 

 give illustrations of these two species, as they are so 

 commonly met with and yet might be so readily over- 

 looked as harmless. The colour of each is suggested by the 

 name, and no description is called for. Paris Green, as. sug- 

 gested against the Sawflies, may be tried ; but the better plan 

 is to arrange sticky papers beneath the trees, and at night 

 visit the latter with a light. This will so alarm the insects 



