The loose beans are attacked by preference, as being easier to invade, but when the loose beans are not available those in the natural shelter of their pods are attacked with equal zest.

However dry and parchment-like the pods, the grubs have no difficulty in attaining the seeds.

When attacked in the field or garden, the bean is attacked in this way through the pod.

The bean known in Provence as the blind haricot--_lou faiou borgne_--a bean with a long pod, which is marked with a black spot at the navel, which has the look of a closed and blackened eye, is also greatly appreciated; indeed, I fancy my little guests show an obvious preference for this particular bean.
So far, nothing abnormal; the Bruchus does not wander beyond the limits of the botanical family _Phaseolus_.

But here is a characteristic that increases the peril, and shows us this lover of beans in an unexpected light.