Blue Mint Beetle vs Red Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Mint Beetle | Red Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina coerulans | Rhagonycha fulva |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Underground |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Mint Beetle
A small, deep metallic blue leaf beetle found exclusively on mint plants. Both adults and larvae feed on mint foliage.
Did You Know?
Its vivid blue color intensifies under different lighting due to structural iridescence.
Red Soldier Beetle
A very common soldier beetle in Europe with orange-red elytra tipped in black. It is one of the most familiar beetles on hogweed and other umbellifer flowers.
Did You Know?
In the UK it is commonly known as the bloodsucker beetle, though it is completely harmless to humans.