Common Pollen Beetle vs Alpine Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Pollen Beetle | Alpine Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brassicogethes aeneus | Hypnoidus rivularius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nitidulidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Mountains |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Northern Europe, Alps, Scandinavia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Pollen Beetle
A tiny iridescent green-black beetle that congregates in yellow flowers to feed on pollen. It is a major pest of oilseed rape crops.
Did You Know?
On warm days they can be so numerous on yellow flowers that a single buttercup may contain a dozen individuals.
Alpine Click Beetle
A small, dark click beetle found in damp alpine and subalpine habitats. Its larvae develop in moist soil among grass roots.
Did You Know?
Like all click beetles, it can launch itself into the air with an audible click to escape predators.