Kudzu Bug vs Western Eyed Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Kudzu Bug | Western Eyed Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megacopta cribraria | Alaus melanops |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Plataspidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 25-40 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia; invasive in southeastern US | Western North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Kudzu Bug
A small, olive-green, globular beetle that feeds on kudzu and soybeans. It was first detected in North America in 2009.
Did You Know?
It emits a strong, unpleasant odor when crushed, similar to stink bugs.
Western Eyed Click Beetle
The western counterpart to the eyed click beetle, with smaller, solid black eyespots. Found in old-growth forests.
Did You Know?
Their predatory larvae are beneficial because they consume destructive wood-boring pest larvae.