Fleabane Tortoise Beetle vs Large Violet Click Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fleabane Tortoise Beetle | Large Violet Click Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cassida murraea | Limoniscus violaceus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Elateridae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 9-12 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Parks |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
A striking red-brown and black tortoise beetle associated with fleabane plants. Has characteristic dark markings on the transparent shield margin. Found in damp habitats.
Did You Know?
The larvae cover themselves with their own excrement and shed skins as a defensive shield.
Large Violet Click Beetle
A rare and distinctive click beetle with a dark violet-black body and fine pubescence. It develops in the decaying heartwood of ancient hollow trees, particularly beech and ash.
Did You Know?
It is one of Europe's rarest beetles and is listed under the EU Habitats Directive, with known populations at only a handful of sites.