Clover Seed Weevil vs Oil Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clover Seed Weevil | Oil Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tychius picirostris | Meloe proscarabaeus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Meloidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 15-35 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Clover Seed Weevil
A small, densely scaled weevil that feeds on clover seeds. Larvae develop inside individual seed pods. An important pest of clover seed production.
Did You Know?
Each larva develops inside a single clover seed, consuming it entirely before pupating.
Oil Beetle
A large, flightless beetle with shortened elytra and a swollen abdomen. It secretes an oily, blistering compound called cantharidin when threatened.
Did You Know?
Females can lay over 1,000 eggs, but larvae must hitch a ride on a solitary bee to survive.