White Clover Weevil vs Persian Spoonwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Clover Weevil | Persian Spoonwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protapion fulvipes | Lertha sheppardi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Neuroptera |
| Family | Brentidae | Nemopteridae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 28-36 mm wingspan (forewings) |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Iran, Middle East, Central Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White Clover Weevil
A minute black weevil with pale legs that feeds on white clover flower heads. Extremely common in pastures. Larvae consume developing clover seeds.
Did You Know?
One of the most abundant beetles in European grasslands, with densities reaching thousands per square meter.
Persian Spoonwing
A Middle Eastern nemopterid found in arid steppe and desert-margin habitats. Adults have beautifully patterned forewings and long trailing hindwings.
Did You Know?
It emerges in brief spring blooms in the desert, matching its adult life to wildflower availability.