Drugstore Beetle vs Grapevine Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Drugstore Beetle | Grapevine Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stegobium paniceum | Pelidnota punctata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Ptinidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 2-4 mm | 20-26 mm |
| Habitat | Indoors | Orchards |
| Diet | Detritivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America, Asia, Africa, Oceania | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Drugstore Beetle
A stored product pest once found infesting pharmaceutical herb collections.
Did You Know?
It has been found feeding on materials as diverse as leather and strychnine.
Grapevine Beetle
A handsome tan-colored scarab with dark spots on its elytra, found in eastern North America. Adults feed on grapevine foliage and are attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it rarely causes significant damage to commercial grapevines.