Corn Planthopper vs Mexican Bean Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Corn Planthopper | Mexican Bean Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Peregrinus maidis | Epilachna varivestis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Delphacidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Worldwide tropical and subtropical regions | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Corn Planthopper
A cosmopolitan planthopper pest of maize with a yellowish-brown body. It transmits maize mosaic virus and maize stripe virus, causing significant crop losses in tropical regions.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'maidis' comes from Zea mays (maize), and it is one of the most widely distributed planthoppers, found on every continent where corn is grown.
Mexican Bean Beetle
One of the few plant-feeding ladybird beetles, recognized by its copper color and eight black spots per wing cover. Both adults and larvae skeletonize bean leaves.
Did You Know?
Unlike most ladybugs which are beneficial predators, the Mexican bean beetle is a destructive crop pest.