Red Pumpkin Beetle vs Indian Tussock Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Pumpkin Beetle | Indian Tussock Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aulacophora foveicollis | Euproctis lunata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Erebidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 25-35 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, Australia | South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal) |
| 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.
Indian Tussock Moth
A yellow-brown moth with a distinctive dark crescent marking on the forewings. Its brightly colored, hairy caterpillars are covered in urticating hairs that cause severe skin rashes on contact.
Did You Know?
The urticating hairs of the caterpillar can cause painful welts and dermatitis lasting several days in people who handle them.