Clover Seed Weevil vs Shaft Louse
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clover Seed Weevil | Shaft Louse |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tychius picirostris | Menopon gallinae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Phthiraptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Menoponidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Shaft Louse
A fast-moving louse found on the feather shafts of chickens and other poultry. It feeds primarily on feather barbs and can cause significant plumage damage.
Did You Know?
Shaft lice can run so quickly across feathers that they are difficult to catch even with practiced fingers during bird examinations.