Flower Chafer vs Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flower Chafer | Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxythyrea funesta | Agapanthia villosoviridescens |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 1-2 cm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Meadows |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa, Middle East | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn
A longhorn beetle covered in golden-green hairs found in European meadows. Larvae develop inside the stems of thistles and hogweed.
Did You Know?
Its golden pubescence wears off with age, making older beetles appear darker and plainer.