Diamondback Eumolpid vs Soybean Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Diamondback Eumolpid | Soybean Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colaspis brunnea | Aphis glycines |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Aphididae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 1-1.5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | North America, East Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Diamondback Eumolpid
A small, oblong beetle with a pale brown to yellowish body and rows of punctures on the elytra. Larvae are known as grape colaspis and damage roots of various crops.
Did You Know?
Larvae are most damaging to corn and soybean planted after clover, as populations build up in clover root zones before crop rotation.
Soybean Aphid
A small pale yellow aphid that invaded North America in 2000 and became the most important soybean pest on the continent. Dense colonies stunt plants and reduce pod fill.
Did You Know?
Populations can double every two to three days under favorable conditions, reaching tens of thousands per plant.