Handsome Fungus Beetle vs Steelblue Ladybird
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Handsome Fungus Beetle | Steelblue Ladybird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotarsus rotundus | Halmus chalybeus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Endomychidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Orchards |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Central America | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Handsome Fungus Beetle
A small rounded beetle that aggregates in enormous numbers during dry seasons.
Did You Know?
Thousands cluster together under bark to survive dry periods.
Steelblue Ladybird
A small metallic blue-green ladybird native to Australia. It is an important predator of scale insects on citrus and eucalyptus trees.
Did You Know?
Its iridescent blue coloration is unique among ladybirds and is caused by multilayer cuticle structures.