Blister Beetle vs Italian Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blister Beetle | Italian Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Epicauta vittata | Calliptamus italicus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 12-20 mm | 15-35 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Italian Locust
A medium-sized locust with pink hindwings found across southern Europe and Central Asia. It favors dry, warm habitats and can swarm during outbreaks.
Did You Know?
Its bright pink hindwings are flashed during flight to startle predators.