Indian Stink Bug vs Banded Fruit Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Indian Stink Bug | Banded Fruit Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bagrada hilaris | Phlyctinus callosus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pentatomidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | South Asia (India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh) | South Africa (Western Cape) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Indian Stink Bug
A small, shield-shaped bug with a distinctive black and orange pattern. It is a serious pest of cruciferous crops, particularly mustard, and releases a pungent defensive odor when disturbed.
Did You Know?
This pest has become invasive in the United States and is now established in California, where it damages organic vegetable crops.
Banded Fruit Weevil
A small greyish-brown weevil with pale transverse bands on the elytra. It is a significant pest of fruit crops and grapevines in the Cape.
Did You Know?
Adults are nocturnal feeders that hide in soil cracks during the day, making them difficult to control.