African Armyworm vs Nuttall Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | African Armyworm | Nuttall Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Spodoptera exempta | Lytta nuttalli |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Meloidae |
| Size | 28-35 mm wingspan | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East, Southeast Asia, Oceania | Western North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
African Armyworm
A migratory pest moth whose caterpillars march in vast armies across cereal crops and grasslands in Africa. Outbreaks follow heavy rains and can destroy pastures and grain fields.
Did You Know?
A single outbreak swarm can contain millions of caterpillars marching together across fields like an army.
Nuttall Blister Beetle
A brilliant metallic purple-blue blister beetle found in the prairies and grasslands of western North America. Adults congregate on legume flowers in large numbers.
Did You Know?
Periodic mass outbreaks can strip entire fields of alfalfa flowers within days.