Elderberry Borer vs Glorious Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elderberry Borer | Glorious Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Desmocerus palliatus | Chrysina gloriosa |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 18-26 mm | 25-30mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America from Quebec to Florida | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Elderberry Borer
A striking longhorn beetle with cobalt blue wing covers and a bright yellow-orange base. Its larvae develop inside the stems and roots of living elderberry shrubs.
Did You Know?
Its vivid blue and yellow coloring is thought to mimic toxic net-winged beetles for protection from predators.
Glorious Beetle
A spectacular scarab beetle with brilliant metallic green body and silver stripes on the elytra. It is found in juniper woodlands of the American southwest.
Did You Know?
Under ultraviolet light this beetle fluoresces an eerie green color unlike its appearance in normal light.