Eucalyptus Psyllid vs South American Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Eucalyptus Psyllid | South American Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Blastopsylla occidentalis | Rhinostomus barbirostris |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Aphalaridae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 1.5-2 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia, Africa, South America, Europe | Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad, Central America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Eucalyptus Psyllid
An Australian psyllid that has become invasive in eucalyptus plantations worldwide. Nymphs produce distinctive white lerps on leaves.
Did You Know?
It spread to every continent where eucalyptus is planted within just two decades.
South American Weevil
A large black weevil with a very long, slender rostrum used for boring into palm trunks. It is an important pest of coconut and oil palms.
Did You Know?
Its snout can be nearly as long as the rest of its body, making it one of the most proportionally long-snouted weevils.