Boll Weevil vs Bronze Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Boll Weevil | Bronze Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthonomus grandis | Altica ambiens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 4-8 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Wetlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Boll Weevil
A small grayish-brown weevil with a long curved snout used to bore into cotton bolls. It devastated the American cotton industry in the early 20th century.
Did You Know?
The boll weevil caused such economic destruction that it inadvertently forced Southern farmers to diversify their crops, ultimately benefiting some communities.
Bronze Flea Beetle
A metallic bronze to greenish flea beetle with prominent hind leg development. It feeds on alder leaves in wetland habitats across North America.
Did You Know?
Heavy infestations can cause nearly complete defoliation of alder shrubs, which then produce a second flush of leaves later in the season.