Cabbage Seed Weevil vs Steelblue Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Seed Weevil | Steelblue Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus | Phaenops cyanea |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 7-12mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| 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.
Steelblue Jewel Beetle
A compact dark metallic blue-green beetle that attacks stressed pine trees. It has infrared sensors that detect forest fires from great distances.
Did You Know?
It possesses infrared pit organs on its thorax that can detect forest fires from over 80 kilometers away.