Western Corn Rootworm vs Mount Hermon June Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Corn Rootworm | Mount Hermon June Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diabrotica virgifera | Polyphylla barbata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 2-3 cm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America, Europe | United States |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Endangered |
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.
Mount Hermon June Beetle
A scarab beetle endemic to sandhills in Santa Cruz County, California. Adults emerge in summer and are attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Its larvae feed on roots underground for up to three years before emerging as adults.