Bean Weevil vs Common Sootywing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bean Weevil | Common Sootywing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Acanthoscelides obtectus | Pholisora catullus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Hesperiidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 22-28 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Central America (native), cosmopolitan | United States and southern Canada |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bean Weevil
A small, mottled grayish-brown beetle with a compact, somewhat wedge-shaped body. It is a major stored-product pest that develops inside dried beans and other legume seeds.
Did You Know?
Multiple larvae can develop inside a single bean, and adults can fly directly to bean fields to infest crops before harvest.
Common Sootywing
A very small sooty-black skipper with scattered tiny white spots on the forewings. It is a common but easily overlooked butterfly of disturbed habitats and gardens.
Did You Know?
It thrives in weedy urban areas that most butterflies avoid, making it a true butterfly of the city.