Mottled Tortoise Beetle vs Coronated Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mottled Tortoise Beetle | Coronated Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Deloyala guttata | Stigmodera coronata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Central America | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Mottled Tortoise Beetle
A small tortoise beetle with variable coloration, often gold with irregular black spots on the elytra. Like its relatives, it has broadly expanded margins that overhang the body.
Did You Know?
Its coloring can shift between gold and dull orange-brown depending on humidity and the beetle's physiological state.
Coronated Jewel Beetle
A recently described jewel beetle from southwestern Western Australia with striking metallic colors. The genus Stigmodera contains only seven species, all endemic to Australia.
Did You Know?
It was formally described as a new species as recently as 2019.