Anthonomus Grandis is a type of beetle that is commonly known as the boll weevil. It is a notorious pest that attacks cotton plants and damages their yield, making it a significant problem for cotton farmers. Many synonyms are used to describe this destructive insect, including the cotton boll weevil, the Mexican cotton boll weevil, and the southern cotton boll weevil. These names typically refer to the region where the boll weevil is prevalent. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is also referred to as the gorgojo del algodón or the picudo del algodón. There is ongoing research aimed at developing better strategies to control and eradicate the boll weevil.