SummaryScientific literature has been studied to determine the known relationships between the European species of the genus Bruchusand their natural enemies, restricted to the arthropods. Firstly, an overview of the studies concerning natural enemies of the bruchid beetles is provided. Then, an analysis of the known relationships is given: 48 natural enemy species associated with Bruchusare highlighted, with a majority of Hymenoptera parasitoids. Relationships are commented and their validity is assessed. Lastly, a lack of knowledge of most species is indicated by this study.