Flower Chafer vs Indian Rose Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Flower Chafer | Indian Rose Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oxythyrea funesta | Oxycetonia versicolor |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Gardens |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa, Middle East | South Asia (India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh) |
| 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.
Indian Rose Chafer
A compact, shiny beetle with variable coloring ranging from metallic green to dark bronze. Adults are frequently found nestled inside flowers, feeding on pollen and petals, and are common garden visitors.
Did You Know?
These beetles can fly with their elytra closed by extending their hindwings through special openings at the sides, unlike most beetles.