Lily Beetle vs Warehouse Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lily Beetle | Warehouse Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lilioceris lilii | Trogoderma variabile |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Dermestidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 2-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Indoors |
| Diet | Herbivores | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia; invasive in North America | North America, Australia, Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Lily Beetle
A bright scarlet beetle that is a destructive pest of lilies and fritillaries. Larvae camouflage themselves by covering their bodies with their own excrement.
Did You Know?
When picked up, adults squeak by rubbing body parts together in a behavior called stridulation.
Warehouse Beetle
A stored product beetle closely related to the khapra beetle that infests grain, cereals, and dried foods. Its hairy larvae contaminate food products and can cause allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
It is so similar to the quarantine-regulated khapra beetle that expert identification is needed to tell them apart.