Maize Weevil vs Banded Desert Darkling Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maize Weevil | Banded Desert Darkling Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sitophilus zeamais | Cryptoglossa muricata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 2-4mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Europe, Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Maize Weevil
A small dark brown weevil with four reddish spots on its elytra. It is one of the most destructive stored grain pests worldwide.
Did You Know?
A single female can lay over 400 eggs in grain kernels and infestations can destroy entire harvests in storage.
Banded Desert Darkling Beetle
A rough-textured desert beetle covered in tiny bumps that give it a warty appearance. It shelters under rocks and debris during the hottest hours.
Did You Know?
Its rough exoskeleton texture helps collect tiny amounts of moisture from desert fog.