Cabbage Seed Weevil vs Neotropical Shield Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cabbage Seed Weevil | Neotropical Shield Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ceutorhynchus obstrictus | Edessa meditabunda |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 2.5-3 mm | 12-17 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia |
| 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.
Neotropical Shield Bug
A medium-sized green and brown shield-shaped stink bug common in South American agriculture. It is an important pest of soybeans and other legumes.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it releases aldehydes from thoracic glands that smell strongly of cilantro to repel attackers.