Spanish Fly Beetle vs Boll Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spanish Fly Beetle | Boll Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Berberomeloe majalis | Anthonomus grandis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 30-70mm | 4-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | North America, Central America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Spanish Fly Beetle
A huge wingless blister beetle with a massively swollen red and black banded abdomen. The largest European meloid.
Did You Know?
One of the largest beetle species in Europe with a body so heavy it resembles a fat caterpillar more than a beetle.
Boll Weevil
A small grayish-brown weevil with a long curved snout used to bore into cotton bolls. It devastated the American cotton industry in the early 20th century.
Did You Know?
The boll weevil caused such economic destruction that it inadvertently forced Southern farmers to diversify their crops, ultimately benefiting some communities.