Convergent Lady Beetle vs Bombay Locust
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Convergent Lady Beetle | Bombay Locust |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippodamia convergens | Nomadacris succincta |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Acrididae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 50-70 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Convergent Lady Beetle
A North American ladybird with orange-red elytra and up to 13 black spots. It is the most commonly sold ladybird for biological pest control.
Did You Know?
Millions gather in mountain canyons to hibernate, and these aggregations have been commercially harvested and sold to farmers.
Bombay Locust
A large yellow and brown locust that can form swarms in South and Southeast Asia. Solitary adults are pale brown but gregarious forms develop vivid yellow coloring.
Did You Know?
Unlike desert locusts, its swarms tend to form locally and rarely travel long distances.