Knotgrass Leaf Beetle vs Golden Net-Winged Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Knotgrass Leaf Beetle | Golden Net-Winged Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina hyperici | Dictyoptera aurora |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Lycidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 7-12 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe (native), introduced to Australia and North America | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Knotgrass Leaf Beetle
A rounded, metallic bronze to coppery-green beetle that was introduced to control St. John's wort. It has a smooth, convex body with fine punctation across the elytra.
Did You Know?
Introduced to Australia in the 1930s, it was one of the earliest successful biological control agents used against a weed in that country.
Golden Net-Winged Beetle
A soft-bodied beetle with bright orange-red elytra featuring a network of raised veins. It is toxic and uses bright colors to warn predators.
Did You Know?
Several harmless beetle species mimic its coloration to avoid being eaten.