Broad-shouldered Leaf Beetle vs Churchyard Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-shouldered Leaf Beetle | Churchyard Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysomela tremula | Blaps mucronata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 7-11 mm | 18-25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Caves |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, Siberia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Broad-shouldered Leaf Beetle
A robust, convex beetle with dark metallic greenish-black to bronze elytra and irregular rows of punctures. It is closely associated with aspen and poplar trees.
Did You Know?
Populations of this beetle can reach outbreak levels in aspen plantations, completely stripping trees of their foliage.
Churchyard Beetle
A large, slow-moving, flightless black beetle often found in cellars and old buildings. It emits a foul odor when disturbed.
Did You Know?
It was historically considered an omen of death when found inside a house.