Elm Seed Bug vs Red Pumpkin Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Seed Bug | Red Pumpkin Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Arocatus melanocephalus | Aulacophora foveicollis |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lygaeidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 6-7 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe (native), Northwestern North America (invasive) | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elm Seed Bug
A small seed bug native to southern Europe that has become an invasive nuisance pest in the northwestern United States. It aggregates in enormous numbers on and inside buildings in summer and fall.
Did You Know?
Thousands can invade a single home seeking shelter, producing a foul odor when disturbed or crushed.
Red Pumpkin Beetle
A uniformly bright orange-red beetle with fine punctures on the pronotum and smooth elytra. It is a highly destructive pest of cucurbits throughout tropical and subtropical Asia and Africa.
Did You Know?
In India, this beetle is one of the top three most damaging pests of cucurbit vegetables, attacking over 80 species of cucurbits.