Red Turpentine Beetle vs Maize Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red Turpentine Beetle | Maize Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendroctonus valens | Sitophilus zeamais |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 2-4mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Indoors |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Asia | Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Europe, Oceania |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Red Turpentine Beetle
The largest North American Dendroctonus species, it attacks the base of pine trees. It became highly invasive in China after accidental introduction.
Did You Know?
In China, it has killed over 10 million Pinus tabuliformis trees since its arrival in the 1980s.
Maize Weevil
A small dark brown weevil with four reddish spots on its elytra. It is one of the most destructive stored grain pests worldwide.
Did You Know?
A single female can lay over 400 eggs in grain kernels and infestations can destroy entire harvests in storage.