Cabbage Seed Weevil vs Malabar Flower Mantis
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Seed Weevil | Malabar Flower Mantis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus | Creobroter meleagris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Mantodea |
| Family | Curculionidae | Hymenopodidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | India |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Cabbage Seed Weevil
A small grey weevil that is a major pest of oilseed rape. Larvae feed inside seed pods, consuming developing seeds. Causes significant economic losses across Europe.
Did You Know?
Entry holes made by egg-laying females also allow the larvae of the brassica pod midge to enter, compounding damage.
Malabar Flower Mantis
A beautifully marked flower mantis from southern India with speckled wings. It is commonly found in the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'meleagris' means guinea fowl, referring to the speckled pattern on its wings.