Red Milkweed Beetle vs Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Milkweed Beetle | Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tetraopes tetrophthalmus | Apoderus coryli |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Attelabidae |
| Size | 9-14 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Hedgerows |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Milkweed Beetle
A bright red beetle with black spots, exclusively associated with common milkweed. Its antennae bisect its compound eyes, giving it four apparent eyes.
Did You Know?
Its scientific name means 'four eyes, four eyes,' referring to how antennae split each eye in two.
Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil
A small red and black weevil that rolls hazel leaves into neat cigar-shaped tubes for its eggs. The rolled leaf provides food and shelter for larvae.
Did You Know?
The precision of its leaf-rolling technique has been studied by mathematicians for its geometric efficiency.