Jewel Beetle vs Pecan Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Jewel Beetle | Pecan Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysochroa fulgidissima | Curculio caryae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 30-41 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Parasitoids |
| Regions | Asia | Eastern and Southern United States |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Jewel Beetle
Prized for its iridescent metallic green and red-gold elytra. Used in traditional Japanese art called Tamamushi. The colors come from multilayer reflectors in their shell.
Did You Know?
The jewel beetle can detect forest fires from 80 km away using infrared sensors on its thorax, as it lays eggs in freshly burned wood.
Pecan Weevil
A brown weevil with a long snout that is a significant pest of pecan and hickory trees. Larvae develop inside the nuts over several weeks.
Did You Know?
Its larvae remain underground in a resting state for up to three years before finally pupating.