Broad-shouldered Leaf Beetle vs Madagascan Green Lynx Spider Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Broad-shouldered Leaf Beetle | Madagascan Green Lynx Spider Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysomela tremula | Trachelophorus cornutus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Attelabidae |
| Size | 7-11 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Siberia | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
Madagascan Green Lynx Spider Beetle
A close relative of the giraffe weevil found in Madagascar with a shorter neck. Males use their elongated necks in combat with rivals.
Did You Know?
Like its famous relative, it rolls leaves into neat tubes to protect its eggs.