Privet Thrips vs New Caledonian Giant Gecko Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Privet Thrips | New Caledonian Giant Gecko Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendrothrips ornatus | Cyphus norfolcensis |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Thripidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 0.8-1.2 mm | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Oceania (New Caledonia) |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
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.
New Caledonian Giant Gecko Weevil
A distinctive weevil from the New Caledonia region with a textured, knobby exoskeleton. New Caledonia is a global hotspot for weevil diversity, with hundreds of endemic species. Many are flightless and restricted to single mountain peaks.
Did You Know?
New Caledonia has more endemic weevil species per square kilometre than almost any other place on Earth, rivalling even Madagascar.