Flower Bug vs Bornean Peacock Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flower Bug | Bornean Peacock Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orius insidiosus | Lamprosoma bicolor |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Anthocoridae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 5-10 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | North and South America | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flower Bug
A tiny predatory bug widely used in biological pest control against thrips and aphids. Despite its small size it is a voracious predator consuming dozens of prey daily.
Did You Know?
It is commercially mass-reared and sold to greenhouse growers as a living pesticide.
Bornean Peacock Beetle
A small, dome-shaped leaf beetle with spectacular iridescent elytra that shift from purple to green to gold. The body is hemispherical and compact, resembling a tiny metallic droplet.
Did You Know?
The extreme iridescence is thought to confuse predators by creating shifting reflections that make the beetle hard to focus on.