Western corn rootworm (Diabrotica virgifera) is an insect pest of Corn. It was first detected in Illinois in 1964.
This species attacks mainly maize , the larvae feeding on the roots and the adults feeding on the leaves and silks.
Western corn rootworm
Diabrotica virgifera
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