Rose Thrips vs Nut Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rose Thrips | Nut Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thrips fuscipennis | Curculio nucum |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Thripidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 1.2-1.6 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Rose Thrips
A common European thrips found in rose flowers and other blossoms. It feeds on pollen and flower petals.
Did You Know?
Rose thrips are one of the most frequently encountered insects when sniffing garden roses on summer days.
Nut Weevil
A small weevil with a slender, downward-curved snout used to bore into hazelnuts. The larva feeds inside the nut before dropping to the ground to pupate.
Did You Know?
A tiny round hole in a hazelnut shell is the exit point of the fully grown larva.