Frog-legged Leaf Beetle vs Raspberry Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Frog-legged Leaf Beetle | Raspberry Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sagra femorata | Byturus tomentosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Byturidae |
| Size | 18-30 mm | 3-4mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Frog-legged Leaf Beetle
A large, metallic beetle with spectacular iridescent coloring ranging from deep blue to green, red, and purple. Males possess enormously swollen hind femora used in combat.
Did You Know?
The dramatic sexual dimorphism in leg size is one of the most extreme in beetles, with male hind legs being several times thicker than female legs.
Raspberry Beetle
A small brownish-gold beetle whose larvae are the small white grubs found inside raspberries and blackberries.
Did You Know?
The small cream-colored grub found inside a raspberry you were about to eat is almost certainly this species.