Asparagus Beetle vs European Rhinoceros Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Asparagus Beetle | European Rhinoceros Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Crioceris asparagi | Allomyrina dichotoma |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 40-55 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe | East Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Asparagus Beetle
A colorful blue-black beetle with cream spots and a red thorax that feeds exclusively on asparagus. Both adults and larvae can defoliate asparagus plants.
Did You Know?
A tiny parasitoid wasp, Tetrastichus asparagi, lays its eggs inside asparagus beetle eggs to control populations naturally.
European Rhinoceros Beetle
A large, chestnut-brown beetle with a forked horn on the male's head. It is immensely popular as a pet in Japan and South Korea.
Did You Know?
It is the most popular pet insect in Japan, sold in department stores and convenience shops.