Large Gold Chafer vs Turanian Snakefly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Large Gold Chafer | Turanian Snakefly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Protaetia aeruginosa | Turcoraphidia amara |
| Order | Coleoptera | Raphidioptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Raphidiidae |
| Size | 22-29 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Central and Eastern Europe | Central Asia, Turkey, Iran |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Data Deficient |
Large Gold Chafer
A large, spectacular metallic golden-green beetle associated with ancient forests. Its larvae develop in hollows of old deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
It is one of Europe's most impressive beetles and is strictly protected under EU wildlife legislation.
Turanian Snakefly
A snakefly native to Central Asia and the Middle East, inhabiting arid mountainous woodlands. It is one of the few raphidiopterans adapted to semi-arid environments.
Did You Know?
Turanian snakeflies thrive in some of the driest habitats occupied by any raphidiopteran species.