Cabbage Seed Weevil vs Anchor Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Seed Weevil | Anchor Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus | Stiretrus anchorago |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 8-11 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cabbage Seed Weevil
A small grey weevil that is a major pest of oilseed rape. Larvae feed inside seed pods, consuming developing seeds. Causes significant economic losses across Europe.
Did You Know?
Entry holes made by egg-laying females also allow the larvae of the brassica pod midge to enter, compounding damage.
Anchor Stink Bug
A predatory stink bug that is one of North America's most colorful pentatomids, with highly variable patterns of red, blue, black, and white. It preys on beetle larvae, caterpillars, and other soft-bodied insects.
Did You Know?
It comes in dozens of strikingly different color patterns, making specimens from the same population look like different species.