Japanese Diving Beetle vs Raspberry Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Diving Beetle | Raspberry Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cybister japonicus | Byturus tomentosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dytiscidae | Byturidae |
| Size | 30-38 mm | 3-4mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Farmland |
| Diet | Omnivores | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Japan, Korean Peninsula | Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Japanese Diving Beetle
A large diving beetle native to Japan, once common but now increasingly rare. It has suffered severe declines due to habitat loss and invasive species.
Did You Know?
The American bullfrog, introduced to Japan, is a major predator of this beetle and a key driver of its decline.
Raspberry Beetle
A small brownish-gold beetle whose larvae are the small white grubs found inside raspberries and blackberries.
Did You Know?
The small cream-colored grub found inside a raspberry you were about to eat is almost certainly this species.