White Clover Weevil vs Small Heath Butterfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White Clover Weevil | Small Heath Butterfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protapion fulvipes | Coenonympha pamphilus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Brentidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 1.5-2.5 mm | 26-33 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White Clover Weevil
A minute black weevil with pale legs that feeds on white clover flower heads. Extremely common in pastures. Larvae consume developing clover seeds.
Did You Know?
One of the most abundant beetles in European grasslands, with densities reaching thousands per square meter.
Small Heath Butterfly
A small, plain orange-brown butterfly that always rests with its wings closed. It is one of the most widespread grassland butterflies in Europe.
Did You Know?
It never opens its wings when at rest, always keeping the underwing eyespot visible as a predator deflection.