Large Elm Bark Beetle vs Garden Acerentomid
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Elm Bark Beetle | Garden Acerentomid |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Scolytus scolytus | Acerentomon gallicum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Protura |
| Family | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) | Acerentomidae |
| Size | 3.5–6 mm | 0.8-1.3 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Meadows |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Large Elm Bark Beetle
The principal vector of Dutch elm disease in Europe. Adults feed in twig crotches of healthy elms, transmitting the deadly fungus.
Did You Know?
It was responsible for the near-total loss of mature English elms across the United Kingdom in the 1970s.
Garden Acerentomid
A minute soil-dwelling proturan commonly found in gardens and meadows of western Europe. It lacks eyes, wings, and antennae entirely.
Did You Know?
This species was not discovered until the 20th century because its tiny size makes it nearly invisible to the naked eye.