Smooth Hister Beetle vs Pea Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Smooth Hister Beetle | Pea Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Margarinotus striola | Bruchus pisorum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Histeridae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 4-5 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Farmland |
| Diet | Dung Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Worldwide in pea-growing regions |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Smooth Hister Beetle
A compact, highly polished black beetle with fine elytral striations. It is one of the most common dung-dwelling hister beetles in Europe.
Did You Know?
Its almost mirror-like surface is so smooth that dung and debris slide off its body, keeping it permanently clean.
Pea Weevil
A small brownish beetle that lays eggs on developing pea pods. The larva eats its way into a single pea and develops entirely inside it.
Did You Know?
Each larva consumes only one pea, leaving a perfectly round exit hole when it emerges.