Common Pollen Beetle vs House Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Pollen Beetle | House Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Brassicogethes aeneus | Hylotrupes bajulus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nitidulidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 8–25 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
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.
House Longhorn Beetle
A serious structural pest of softwood timber in buildings worldwide. Larvae can feed inside roof timbers for up to ten years before emerging.
Did You Know?
Larvae can be heard chewing inside timber, making rasping sounds that are audible through walls.