Convergent Lady Beetle vs House Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Convergent Lady Beetle | House Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hippodamia convergens | Hylotrupes bajulus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 4-7 mm | 8–25 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Convergent Lady Beetle
A North American ladybird with orange-red elytra and up to 13 black spots. It is the most commonly sold ladybird for biological pest control.
Did You Know?
Millions gather in mountain canyons to hibernate, and these aggregations have been commercially harvested and sold to farmers.
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.