Parent Bug vs Cabbage Seed Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Parent Bug | Cabbage Seed Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Elasmucha grisea | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus |
| Order | Hemiptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Acanthosomatidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 2.5-3 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Parent Bug
A birch-feeding shieldbug remarkable for its extended maternal care behavior. Females stand guard over their egg clusters and young nymphs for weeks, shielding them with their body.
Did You Know?
Mothers physically shield their eggs and nymphs from parasitoid wasps by spreading their body like an umbrella over them.
Cabbage Seed Weevil
A small grey weevil that is a major pest of oilseed rape. Larvae feed inside seed pods, consuming developing seeds. Causes significant economic losses across Europe.
Did You Know?
Entry holes made by egg-laying females also allow the larvae of the brassica pod midge to enter, compounding damage.