Red Pumpkin Beetle vs Harris's Diving Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Pumpkin Beetle | Harris's Diving Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aulacophora foveicollis | Dytiscus harrisii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Dytiscidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 33-40 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, Australia | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red Pumpkin Beetle
A uniformly bright orange-red beetle with fine punctures on the pronotum and smooth elytra. It is a highly destructive pest of cucurbits throughout tropical and subtropical Asia and Africa.
Did You Know?
In India, this beetle is one of the top three most damaging pests of cucurbit vegetables, attacking over 80 species of cucurbits.
Harris's Diving Beetle
A large North American diving beetle found in cold, clear lakes and bog ponds. It is one of the largest diving beetles on the continent.
Did You Know?
It can remain submerged for extended periods by trapping air under its elytra, which it uses like an external lung.