Musk Longhorn vs Desert Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Musk Longhorn | Desert Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aromia bungii | Crossidius hirtipes |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 22-38 mm | 12-20 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Meadows |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | China, Korea, Mongolia; invasive in Japan, Italy, Germany | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Musk Longhorn
A large and colorful cerambycid with a bright red pronotum and metallic dark blue-black elytra. Native to East Asia, it has recently invaded parts of Europe and Japan. It is a serious pest of stone fruit trees including cherry and peach.
Did You Know?
Adults emit a strong musky fragrance from thoracic glands, detectable from several meters away.
Desert Longhorn Beetle
A hairy, brightly marked longhorn beetle of the American Southwest. Adults visit desert wildflowers for pollen and nectar.
Did You Know?
Its larvae take up to three years to develop inside the roots of rabbitbrush plants.