Banded Fungus Beetle vs Brown Leaf Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Fungus Beetle | Brown Leaf Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triplax russica | Phyllobius oblongus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Erotylidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Fungus Beetle
A small, attractively colored beetle with a red thorax and dark blue-black elytra. Lives on bracket fungi on dead trees. Part of a family known for bright coloring.
Did You Know?
The contrasting red and blue-black coloring makes this one of the most attractive fungus beetles.
Brown Leaf Weevil
A brown-scaled weevil commonly found on hawthorn and other hedgerow shrubs. Less colorful than its green relatives but very abundant. Adults notch leaf edges.
Did You Know?
Creates characteristic U-shaped notches along leaf edges that reveal its presence even when the beetle is hidden.