Cardinal Beetle vs Common Furniture Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Cardinal Beetle | Common Furniture Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrochroa coccinea | Anobium punctatum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Pyrochroidae | Ptinidae |
| Size | 14-18mm | 2.7–4.5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Predators | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North America, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Cardinal Beetle
A striking flat beetle with a bright scarlet body and large black eyes. Larvae are predators under bark.
Did You Know?
Named for its bright cardinal-red color that matches the robes of Roman Catholic cardinals.
Common Furniture Beetle
The most common cause of woodworm damage in buildings across Europe. Larvae bore through softwood and hardwood for three to five years before emerging.
Did You Know?
The characteristic round exit holes in old furniture are produced by the adults chewing their way out after pupation.