Golden Click Beetle vs Fungus Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden Click Beetle | Fungus Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Selatosomus aeneus | Platyrhinus resinosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Anthribidae |
| Size | 11-16 mm | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden Click Beetle
A metallic green or bronze click beetle with a bright coppery sheen on the elytra and pronotum. It is common in European forests and grasslands during spring.
Did You Know?
The brilliant metallic coloration is structural, produced by microscopic surface textures rather than pigments.
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.