Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil vs Chinese Windmill
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil | Chinese Windmill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apoderus coryli | Atrophaneura alcinous |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Attelabidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | Wingspan 75-100mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil
A small red and black weevil that rolls hazel leaves into neat cigar-shaped tubes for its eggs. The rolled leaf provides food and shelter for larvae.
Did You Know?
The precision of its leaf-rolling technique has been studied by mathematicians for its geometric efficiency.
Chinese Windmill
A dark swallowtail butterfly with crimson patches on the hindwings and a slow fluttering flight. The body is red indicating toxicity.
Did You Know?
Its slow fluttering flight resembles a windmill and advertises its toxicity acquired from poisonous aristolochia plants.