Cabbage Seed Weevil vs South American Brown Stink Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Seed Weevil | South American Brown Stink Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus | Euschistus heros |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 10-13 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Underground |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia |
| 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.
South American Brown Stink Bug
A dull brown shield bug and the most economically damaging stink bug in Brazilian soybean agriculture. It feeds on developing seed pods, causing major yield losses.
Did You Know?
A single bug feeding on a soybean pod for just one day can reduce seed weight by up to 20 percent.