Clouded Yellow vs Dusky Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clouded Yellow | Dusky Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colias croceus | Agriotes obscurus |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Elateridae |
| Size | Wingspan 46-54mm | 7-9 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clouded Yellow
A fast-flying bright orange-yellow butterfly with black wing borders. A pale female form called helice has greenish-white wings instead of orange.
Did You Know?
It migrates north from the Mediterranean each year but the return generation flies south at such high altitude it is rarely observed.
Dusky Click Beetle
A dull dark brown click beetle with dense pubescence and subtle elytral striations. The larvae are significant wireworm pests that attack the roots of cereals, potatoes, and other crops.
Did You Know?
This species is particularly problematic in land recently converted from grassland to arable cultivation.