Hobbies And Interests
Physical Appearance
The giraffe-neck weevil may be known for its long neck, but it is only the male of the species that features this, which is about two to three times the length of the female's neck. Both the male and female of the species, however, have the characteristic bright-red body. While the individual size of the giraffe-necked weevil varies, most are approximately 1 inch in length.
Mating
Male giraffe-necked weevils use their long necks to battle with other males to win mating privileges with female weevils. The females of the species use their smaller necks to construct a nest out a small leaf. A single egg is then laid in the nest, which also acts as a source of nutrition for the offspring. This nest is usually settled in a tree, where it can be protected from potential predators.
Diet
The giraffe-necked weevil has a simple diet based on vegetation found in their natural forest habitat. They do not hunt or consume other animals. Instead, the weevil usually eats small tree leaves from a tree indigenous to Madagascar called the giraffe beetle tree.
Habitat and Species Status
Giraffe-necked weevils live in the forests of Madagascar and spend most of their time in trees, feeding, mating and nesting. They are not found anywhere in the world. But despite their unique habitat, the population of the species is healthy, and they face no threat from humans or other predators. Accordingly, the giraffe-necked weevil is not listed as either threatened or endangered.