Clover Seed Weevil vs Formosan Green Lacewing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clover Seed Weevil | Formosan Green Lacewing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tychius picirostris | Chrysopa formosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Chrysopidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 14-22 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | East Asia, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Clover Seed Weevil
A small, densely scaled weevil that feeds on clover seeds. Larvae develop inside individual seed pods. An important pest of clover seed production.
Did You Know?
Each larva develops inside a single clover seed, consuming it entirely before pupating.
Formosan Green Lacewing
A widespread Asian lacewing often found in lowland habitats. Recognized by dark markings on the face and vertex.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it ranges far beyond Taiwan across much of tropical and subtropical Asia.