Golden-haired Longhorn vs Denticulate Soldier Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Golden-haired Longhorn | Denticulate Soldier Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oberea linearis | Silis percomis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cantharidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Caucasus, Central Asia | Central North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Golden-haired Longhorn
A slender, cylindrical lamiin covered in fine golden pubescence with a black head. Found across Europe and into Central Asia, it breeds in living hazel branches. Larvae girdle branches from the inside, causing distinctive die-back.
Did You Know?
Infested hazel branches develop a characteristic wilted tip that droops downward, betraying the larva's presence inside.
Denticulate Soldier Beetle
A small, rarely noticed soldier beetle found in grasslands of the midwestern United States. Males have distinctive tooth-like projections on their antennae.
Did You Know?
The serrated antennae of males are unique among North American soldier beetles and aid in detecting pheromones.