Northern Corn Rootworm vs Variegated Grasshopper
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Northern Corn Rootworm | Variegated Grasshopper |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diabrotica barberi | Zonocerus variegatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Orthoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Pyrgomorphidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 30-50mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Northern Corn Rootworm
A pale green beetle whose larvae attack corn root systems. It can survive crop rotation by extending egg diapause for two years.
Did You Know?
Its eggs can remain dormant in soil for over two years, defeating traditional crop rotation strategies.
Variegated Grasshopper
A brightly colored grasshopper with striking patterns of yellow, green, black, and orange. It feeds on toxic plants and sequesters the toxins for defense. It forms large aggregations.
Did You Know?
It deliberately eats toxic plants to make itself poisonous, and its bright colors warn predators of this.