Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn vs Large Elm Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-bloomed Grey Longhorn | Large Elm Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapanthia villosoviridescens | Oulimnius tuberculatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Elmidae |
| Size | 1-2 cm | 2-3 mm |
| Habitat | Meadows | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
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.
Large Elm Beetle
A small, robust riffle beetle found throughout European streams. Adults have a distinctive tuberculate surface texture on their elytra.
Did You Know?
It is widely used as a bioindicator of good water quality in European river assessments.