Japanese Leaf Beetle vs Irregular Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Japanese Leaf Beetle | Irregular Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lilioceris merdigera | Otiorhynchus sensitivus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 6-7 mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Alps, Central Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Japanese Leaf Beetle
A small, bright red beetle similar in appearance to the scarlet lily beetle but with red legs instead of black. It is commonly called the onion leaf beetle in Europe.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'merdigera' means 'dung-bearer,' referring to the larval behavior of covering themselves in their own excrement.
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.