Western Flower Thrips vs Cicatricosus Scarab
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Flower Thrips | Cicatricosus Scarab |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Frankliniella occidentalis | Scarabaeus cicatricosus |
| Order | Thysanoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Thripidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 1-2 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Worldwide | Iberian Peninsula, North Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Western Flower Thrips
One of the most economically damaging insects in horticulture. Transmits tomato spotted wilt virus. Despite being tiny, causes billions in crop damage annually worldwide.
Did You Know?
Thrips are among the smallest flying insects — some species are just 0.5 mm long, yet they can be carried by winds to altitudes of over 3,000 meters.
Cicatricosus Scarab
A medium-sized dark roller with a rough, pitted exoskeleton that gives it a scarred appearance. It inhabits coastal sandy areas and constructs dung balls from rabbit and livestock dung. Active primarily at dusk.
Did You Know?
The rough texture of its exoskeleton helps it grip sand as it rolls dung balls across dune habitats.