Western Corn Rootworm vs Eupeodes Hoverfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Corn Rootworm | Eupeodes Hoverfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diabrotica virgifera | Eupeodes corollae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Syrphidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | North America, Europe | Europe, Asia, North Africa |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Western Corn Rootworm
One of the most economically damaging corn pests in North America. Larvae feed on corn roots, causing plants to lodge and reducing yields.
Did You Know?
This beetle costs U.S. farmers over one billion dollars annually in crop losses and control expenses.
Eupeodes Hoverfly
A common small hoverfly with variable yellow comma-shaped markings on the abdomen. It is a migratory species and important aphid predator.
Did You Know?
It migrates in huge numbers from southern Europe northward each spring alongside painted lady butterflies.