Cowpea Weevil vs Noon Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cowpea Weevil | Noon Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Callosobruchus maculatus | Mesembrina meridiana |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Muscidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 10-13mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Africa (native), pantropical, cosmopolitan | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cowpea Weevil
A small, reddish-brown to dark beetle with mottled elytra and a prominent pygidium bearing two dark spots. It is one of the most destructive pests of stored cowpeas and other pulses.
Did You Know?
Females glue their eggs directly onto the surface of bean seeds, and the larvae bore into the seed immediately upon hatching.
Noon Fly
A large stocky black fly with bright orange wing bases. It basks in sunshine on walls and fences at midday.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of basking in the midday sun, often sitting motionless on warm surfaces around noon.