Brown Chafer vs Jewelled Frog Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Chafer | Jewelled Frog Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Serica brunnea | Sagra buqueti |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 8-11 mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Brown Chafer
A small chestnut-brown beetle with a velvety sheen to its elytra. It is nocturnal and attracted to lights on warm summer nights.
Did You Know?
Its velvety appearance is caused by tiny, densely packed hairs covering the entire body surface.
Jewelled Frog Beetle
A brilliantly metallic leaf beetle with enlarged hind legs resembling a frog's. Males use their powerful legs in combat over mates.
Did You Know?
Males' hind femora can be twice as thick as females', used for grappling rivals.