Blister Beetle vs Hog Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blister Beetle | Hog Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta vittata | Haematopinus suis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Haematopinidae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Blister Beetle
A striped black and yellow beetle that releases cantharidin, a chemical causing painful skin blisters. It is a pest of tomatoes and potatoes.
Did You Know?
Horses can die from eating hay contaminated with just a few crushed blister beetles.
Hog Louse
The largest louse found on domestic animals, exclusively parasitizing pigs. It feeds on blood and is most commonly found behind the ears and in skin folds.
Did You Know?
At up to 6 mm long, the hog louse is the largest sucking louse known, easily visible to the naked eye on infested pigs.