European Flower Beetle vs Citrus Mealybug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | European Flower Beetle | Citrus Mealybug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tropinota hirta | Planococcus citri |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Pseudococcidae |
| Size | 8-13 mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, Central Asia, North Africa | Worldwide tropical and subtropical regions |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
European Flower Beetle
A hairy black beetle with scattered white spots that feeds deep inside flowers. It is an important pollinator of fruit trees in southern Europe.
Did You Know?
It can be a significant fruit tree pollinator in areas where bee populations have declined.
Citrus Mealybug
A soft-bodied, waxy-coated insect that clusters on citrus fruits, stems, and roots while feeding on sap. Heavy infestations weaken plants and contaminate fruit with honeydew and wax.
Did You Know?
The ladybird beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, known as the mealybug destroyer, was one of the first biocontrol agents ever deployed against this pest.