Bee Chafer vs Rose Thrips
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bee Chafer | Rose Thrips |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichius rosaceus | Thrips fuscipennis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Thysanoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Thripidae |
| Size | 9-13mm | 1.2-1.6 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Orchards |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Bee Chafer
A furry bumblebee-mimicking flower beetle with yellow and black bands. Visits roses and other garden flowers.
Did You Know?
So convincingly mimics a bumblebee that many people refuse to pick it up, believing it will sting.
Rose Thrips
A common European thrips found in rose flowers and other blossoms. It feeds on pollen and flower petals.
Did You Know?
Rose thrips are one of the most frequently encountered insects when sniffing garden roses on summer days.