Metallic Wood-boring Beetle vs Jewel Beetle (Golden Castiarina)
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Metallic Wood-boring Beetle | Jewel Beetle (Golden Castiarina) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Buprestis rustica | Castiarina aureola |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 14-22mm | 8-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Heathland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Australia, Oceania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Metallic Wood-boring Beetle
A robust bronze-green jewel beetle with subtle coppery reflections found in coniferous forests. Adults bask in strong sunlight on tree trunks.
Did You Know?
Adults have been observed emerging from timber used in buildings up to 50 years after the wood was harvested.
Jewel Beetle (Golden Castiarina)
A dazzlingly coloured jewel beetle endemic to Australia, with a golden-yellow body adorned with dark markings. Australia's Castiarina genus is the most species-rich jewel beetle genus in the world.
Did You Know?
There are over 500 described species of Castiarina, making it one of the most diverse beetle genera on Earth.