End Band Net-Winged Beetle vs Two-lined Chestnut Borer Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | End Band Net-Winged Beetle | Two-lined Chestnut Borer Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Calopteron terminale | Chrysomela mainensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 9-15 mm | 6-8 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Northern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
End Band Net-Winged Beetle
A net-winged beetle with orange elytra that become black at the tips, common in eastern North American forests. It forms a mimicry ring with other toxic insects.
Did You Know?
Adults often aggregate on the same plant, creating a concentrated warning display that deters bird predators.
Two-lined Chestnut Borer Leaf Beetle
A convex beetle with metallic dark greenish-black elytra and fine punctation. It is found on alder and willow in boreal forests across northern North America.
Did You Know?
This boreal species has adapted to the short growing season of northern latitudes, completing its entire life cycle during the brief summer months.