Figwort Weevil vs Common Water Strider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Figwort Weevil | Common Water Strider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cionus scrophulariae | Aquarius remigis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Gerridae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 11-16 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Throughout North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Figwort Weevil
A globular weevil with checkerboard black and white patterning found on figwort and mullein. Larvae feed externally on leaves in mucous cocoons. A strikingly patterned species.
Did You Know?
Larvae spin external mucous cocoons on the leaf surface, looking like small glistening droplets.
Common Water Strider
A slender dark brown insect that skates across the surface of streams and ponds using water surface tension. Its long middle and hind legs distribute its weight over the water film.
Did You Know?
Tiny hydrophobic hairs on its legs trap air and repel water, allowing it to stand on the surface without breaking through.