Toadflax Seed Weevil vs Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Toadflax Seed Weevil | Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gymnetron antirrhini | Coccinella magnifica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Heathland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Toadflax Seed Weevil
A small dark weevil that develops inside the seed capsules of toadflax and snapdragon plants. Larvae consume developing seeds. Part of the biological control program for invasive toadflax.
Did You Know?
Larvae can destroy up to 90% of seeds in a toadflax capsule, significantly reducing plant reproduction.
Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
A scarce ladybird that lives exclusively in and around wood ant nests. It closely resembles the common seven-spot ladybird.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few ladybird species that is myrmecophilous, living among ants.