Botany Bay Diamond Weevil vs Mustard Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Botany Bay Diamond Weevil | Mustard Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolopus spectabilis | Phaedon cochleariae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 15-25 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Australia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Botany Bay Diamond Weevil
A large weevil covered in brilliant pale green scales with black diamond-shaped patches. It was one of the first Australian insects described by European science.
Did You Know?
It was collected by Joseph Banks during Captain Cook's first voyage to Australia in 1770.
Mustard Beetle
A small metallic blue-black beetle that feeds on watercress, mustard and other crucifers. Both adults and larvae damage crops. Common in damp habitats near streams.
Did You Know?
Commercial watercress growers regard this tiny beetle as one of their most persistent pest problems.