Coffee Bee Hawk Moth vs Western Corn Rootworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Coffee Bee Hawk Moth | Western Corn Rootworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cephonodes picus | Diabrotica virgifera |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Sphingidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 35-50 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | East Africa, Madagascar | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Coffee Bee Hawk Moth
A smaller clearwing hawk moth with transparent wings and a compact olive and yellow body. It is often found around coffee plantations in Africa where its larvae feed on Rubiaceae.
Did You Know?
This species is sometimes considered a minor pest of coffee plantations in East Africa, where its caterpillars can defoliate young coffee plants.
Western Corn Rootworm
One of the most economically damaging corn pests in North America. Larvae feed on corn roots, causing plants to lodge and reducing yields.
Did You Know?
This beetle costs U.S. farmers over one billion dollars annually in crop losses and control expenses.