Hadda Beetle vs August Thorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hadda Beetle | August Thorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata | Ennomos quercinaria |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Geometridae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 32-38 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan) | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hadda Beetle
A herbivorous ladybug with a pale orange body bearing 28 black spots, unlike most ladybugs which are predatory. It is a significant agricultural pest that skeletonizes the leaves of solanaceous crops.
Did You Know?
Unlike most ladybugs which are beneficial predators, this species is one of the few that is a plant pest, feeding on vegetable crops.
August Thorn
A thorn moth flying in late summer with warm yellow-brown wings. Rests with wings spread flat. Larvae feed on oak and other deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
The angular wing shape and brown coloring give it a remarkable resemblance to a dry autumn leaf.