Fourteen-spotted Leaf Beetle vs Turkey Gnat
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fourteen-spotted Leaf Beetle | Turkey Gnat |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Propylea quatuordecimpunctata | Simulium meridionale |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Simuliidae |
| Size | 3-5mm | 2-4 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Predators | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Fourteen-spotted Leaf Beetle
A small yellow and black ladybird with a distinctive checkerboard pattern of rectangular black spots. It is an effective aphid predator.
Did You Know?
Its unusual checkerboard pattern makes it one of the most recognizable ladybird species in Europe.
Turkey Gnat
A black fly notorious for swarming livestock in the southern United States. Larvae attach to rocks in swift streams using silken pads and posterior hooks.
Did You Know?
Massive swarms historically caused turkey and livestock deaths in the Mississippi Valley through blood loss and allergic reactions.