Boll Weevil vs Common Green Capsid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Boll Weevil | Common Green Capsid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthonomus grandis | Lygocoris pabulinus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Miridae |
| Size | 4-8 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Europe |
| 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.
Common Green Capsid
A bright green mirid bug that is a common pest of fruit trees and currants in Europe. It causes russeting and distortion of developing fruits. The adults are uniformly green and blend well with foliage.
Did You Know?
Damage caused to apple fruitlets in spring results in characteristic corky scars on mature apples, downgrading them from premium sale quality.