Pine Weevil vs Western Flower Thrips
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Weevil | Western Flower Thrips |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hylobius abietis | Frankliniella occidentalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Thysanoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Thripidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 1-2 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Worldwide |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pine Weevil
A dark brown weevil with patches of golden scales that is a major pest of young conifer plantations. Adults girdle the bark of seedlings, killing them.
Did You Know?
A single adult can kill multiple young conifer trees in one season by stripping rings of bark from their stems.
Western Flower Thrips
One of the most economically damaging insects in horticulture. Transmits tomato spotted wilt virus. Despite being tiny, causes billions in crop damage annually worldwide.
Did You Know?
Thrips are among the smallest flying insects — some species are just 0.5 mm long, yet they can be carried by winds to altitudes of over 3,000 meters.