Flower Chafer vs Clown Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flower Chafer | Clown Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxythyrea funesta | Mictis profana |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Coreidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 20-25 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa, Middle East | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Flower Chafer
A small black flower beetle dotted with white spots, widespread across southern Europe and North Africa. It can be found in large numbers on roses and other garden flowers.
Did You Know?
Its Latin name funesta means mournful, referring to the black coloration dotted with white specks like a mourning garment.
Clown Bug
A large Australian coreid bug also known as the crusader bug for the cross-shaped pattern on its back. It is a common garden visitor.
Did You Know?
The white cross pattern on its folded wings gives it the alternate name 'crusader bug' in Australia.