Plantain Gall Weevil vs Barbados Cane Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Plantain Gall Weevil | Barbados Cane Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mecinus pyraster | Metamasius hemipterus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 3-4 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Barbados, Caribbean |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Plantain Gall Weevil
A small cylindrical weevil that causes stem galls on plantain. Larvae develop inside swollen plant stems. An inconspicuous but very common species.
Did You Know?
Causes distinctive swellings on plantain stems that are easy to find even when the tiny weevil itself is not visible.
Barbados Cane Weevil
A large weevil with variable striped patterns, originally from the Caribbean. It is a significant pest of sugarcane and palms.
Did You Know?
It was accidentally spread worldwide through the tropical plant trade and is now a major palm pest in Florida.