Checkered Beetle vs Viburnum Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Checkered Beetle | Viburnum Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trichodes apiarius | Pyrrhalta viburni |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cleridae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 9-16 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Gardens |
| Diet | Parasites | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Europe (native), introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Checkered Beetle
A brightly colored red and blue beetle often found on flowers. Its larvae are parasites of solitary bee nests.
Did You Know?
Females lay eggs near bee nests so larvae can invade and consume the bee brood.
Viburnum Leaf Beetle
A small, brownish-yellow beetle with dense pubescence that has become a serious invasive pest of ornamental viburnum shrubs. Larvae skeletonize leaves from the underside.
Did You Know?
Females chew holes in twigs and deposit eggs inside, capping them with a mixture of excrement and chewed bark that hardens into a protective cover.