Handsome Fungus Beetle vs Western Pine Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Handsome Fungus Beetle | Western Pine Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stenotarsus rotundus | Dendroctonus brevicomis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Endomychidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Central America | Western United States from British Columbia to Mexico |
| 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.
Western Pine Beetle
A small dark brown bark beetle that attacks ponderosa pine trees. It is one of the most destructive bark beetles in western forests.
Did You Know?
It uses aggregation pheromones to coordinate mass attacks that can overwhelm a healthy tree's resin defenses.