Irregular Weevil vs Bee Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Irregular Weevil | Bee Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Otiorhynchus sensitivus | Trichius rosaceus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 5-8 mm | 9-13mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Central Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Irregular Weevil
A flightless alpine weevil found on exposed mountain slopes. Adults emerge in summer to feed on low-growing alpine cushion plants.
Did You Know?
Its inability to fly has led to high genetic divergence between neighboring mountain ranges.
Bee Chafer
A furry bumblebee-mimicking flower beetle with yellow and black bands. Visits roses and other garden flowers.
Did You Know?
So convincingly mimics a bumblebee that many people refuse to pick it up, believing it will sting.