Common Pollen Beetle vs European Corn Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Pollen Beetle | European Corn Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brassicogethes aeneus | Ostrinia nubilalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Nitidulidae | Pyralidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 26-34 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, North America, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Pollen Beetle
A tiny iridescent green-black beetle that congregates in yellow flowers to feed on pollen. It is a major pest of oilseed rape crops.
Did You Know?
On warm days they can be so numerous on yellow flowers that a single buttercup may contain a dozen individuals.
European Corn Borer
A small yellowish-brown moth that is one of the most destructive crop pests in the world. Larvae bore into corn stalks, causing billions of dollars in damage annually.
Did You Know?
Female moths use two different pheromone strains, effectively creating reproductively isolated populations.