Maize Weevil vs White-letter Hairstreak
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maize Weevil | White-letter Hairstreak |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sitophilus zeamais | Satyrium w-album |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Lycaenidae |
| Size | 2-4mm | Wingspan 26-30mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Europe, Oceania | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
White-letter Hairstreak
A small dark butterfly with a distinctive W-shaped white line on the hindwing underside. Breeds on elm.
Did You Know?
Has declined dramatically due to Dutch elm disease destroying its food plant across Europe.