Old World Bollworm vs Cattle Biting Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Old World Bollworm | Cattle Biting Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Helicoverpa armigera | Bovicola bovis |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Trichodectidae |
| Size | 35-40 mm wingspan | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania, South America | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Old World Bollworm
One of the most destructive agricultural pests globally, attacking over 200 crop species. Larvae bore into cotton bolls, tomato fruits, and legume pods.
Did You Know?
It has developed resistance to nearly every class of insecticide used against it, making it one of agriculture's toughest pests.
Cattle Biting Louse
A chewing louse that infests cattle worldwide, causing irritation and economic losses in livestock. Infestations worsen in winter when cattle have thick coats.
Did You Know?
Winter infestations of this louse can cause cattle to rub and scratch so intensely that they damage fences and lose significant weight.