Pea Weevil vs Small-eyed Sphinx Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pea Weevil | Small-eyed Sphinx Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Bruchus pisorum | Paonias myops |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Sphingidae |
| Size | 4-5 mm | 45-65 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Orchards |
| Diet | Omnivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Worldwide in pea-growing regions | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Pea Weevil
A small brownish beetle that lays eggs on developing pea pods. The larva eats its way into a single pea and develops entirely inside it.
Did You Know?
Each larva consumes only one pea, leaving a perfectly round exit hole when it emerges.
Small-eyed Sphinx Moth
A pinkish-brown sphinx moth whose hindwings bear a small blue eyespot ringed in black and yellow. It relies on camouflage at rest but flashes the eyespot when threatened.
Did You Know?
The species name 'myops' means 'short-sighted,' a reference to its notably small hindwing eyespot.