Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle vs Aphid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle | Aphid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Akis spinosa | Myzus persicae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Tenebrionidae | Aphididae |
| Size | 18-25 mm | 1-3 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Malta, Mediterranean Islands | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle
A spiny darkling beetle found on Malta and other Mediterranean islands. It has prominent ridges and spines along its elytra.
Did You Know?
Its spiny armor and habit of playing dead make it unappealing to most predators.
Aphid
Tiny sap-sucking insects with extraordinary reproduction. Can reproduce without mating (parthenogenesis) and give birth to live young that are already pregnant, telescoping generations.
Did You Know?
Aphids can telescope generations — a female can contain a developing daughter, who already has a developing granddaughter inside her, all without mating.