Elm Bark Beetle vs Tansy Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Elm Bark Beetle | Tansy Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolytus multistriatus | Chrysolina graminis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 2–3.5 mm | 7-11mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Near Threatened |
Elm Bark Beetle
A small bark beetle that is the primary vector of Dutch elm disease in North America. It creates distinctive brood galleries under elm bark.
Did You Know?
It spreads the fungus Ophiostoma novo-ulmi, which has wiped out millions of elm trees worldwide.
Tansy Beetle
A stunning metallic green and copper beetle covered in tiny pits. It is one of the rarest beetles in Britain.
Did You Know?
In the UK it survives in only a small stretch along the River Ouse near York making it one of Britains most localized insects.