Great Mullein Weevil vs Noble Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Mullein Weevil | Noble Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cionus thapsus | Gnorimus nobilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3-4.5 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Great Mullein Weevil
A small rounded weevil found exclusively on great mullein plants. Similar to the figwort weevil but associated with different host plants. Larvae are external feeders in mucous cocoons.
Did You Know?
Each larva lives inside its own slimy mucous cocoon attached to the mullein leaf surface.
Noble Chafer
A scarce metallic green beetle with small white flecks on the elytra. It is associated with old orchards and ancient fruit trees.
Did You Know?
Its larvae develop inside decaying heartwood of old fruit trees, taking two to three years to mature.