Grapevine Beetle vs Wall Brown
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Grapevine Beetle | Wall Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pelidnota punctata | Lasiommata megera |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 20-26 mm | Wingspan 36-50mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Grapevine Beetle
A handsome tan-colored scarab with dark spots on its elytra, found in eastern North America. Adults feed on grapevine foliage and are attracted to lights at night.
Did You Know?
Despite its name, it rarely causes significant damage to commercial grapevines.
Wall Brown
An orange-brown butterfly with eyespots that basks with wings open on walls, rocks and bare ground.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of sunbathing on warm walls and has sadly declined across much of western Europe.