Fungus Weevil vs Woodland Brown
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fungus Weevil | Woodland Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Platyrhinus resinosus | Lopinga achine |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Anthribidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 8-15 mm | 48-56 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Central and eastern Europe, temperate Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Fungus Weevil
A broad-nosed weevil with mottled brown and white patterning resembling tree bark. It is associated with fungus-infected deadwood.
Did You Know?
Males have antennae nearly as long as their entire body.
Woodland Brown
A large brown butterfly with prominent yellow-ringed eyespots along the margins of both wings. It is one of Europe's most threatened butterflies due to changes in woodland management.
Did You Know?
It requires a very specific habitat of partially shaded grassy woodland that is now vanishingly rare.