Common False Blister Beetle vs Hairy Whirligig Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common False Blister Beetle | Hairy Whirligig Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedemera lurida | Orectochilus villosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Gyrinidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common False Blister Beetle
A small olive-green or brownish beetle found commonly on flowers across Europe. Unlike the related O. nobilis, both sexes have slender femora.
Did You Know?
Larvae develop inside the dead stems of various herbaceous plants, taking about a year to complete development.
Hairy Whirligig Beetle
A nocturnal whirligig beetle covered in fine golden hairs that trap air underwater. Unlike other whirligigs it hides under stones by day.
Did You Know?
It is the only European whirligig beetle that is primarily nocturnal rather than diurnal.