Privet Thrips vs Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Privet Thrips | Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendrothrips ornatus | Akis spinosa |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Thripidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 0.8-1.2 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Malta, Mediterranean Islands |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Privet Thrips
A small pale thrips that feeds on privet hedges causing silvery leaf damage. It has an unusual jumping ability for a thrips.
Did You Know?
Privet thrips can leap several centimeters using a rapid flick of their abdomen, unusual among thrips.
Maltese Freshwater Crab Spider Beetle
A spiny darkling beetle found on Malta and other Mediterranean islands. It has prominent ridges and spines along its elytra.
Did You Know?
Its spiny armor and habit of playing dead make it unappealing to most predators.