Asparagus Beetle vs Large Yellow Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asparagus Beetle | Large Yellow Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crioceris asparagi | Noctua pronuba |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 50-60 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Europe, North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Asparagus Beetle
A colorful blue-black beetle with cream spots and a red thorax that feeds exclusively on asparagus. Both adults and larvae can defoliate asparagus plants.
Did You Know?
A tiny parasitoid wasp, Tetrastichus asparagi, lays its eggs inside asparagus beetle eggs to control populations naturally.
Large Yellow Underwing
One of the most abundant moths in Europe with bright yellow-orange hindwings bordered in black. It is strongly attracted to light at night.
Did You Know?
It has successfully invaded North America and is now one of the most commonly found moths at porch lights across the continent.