Nebria Streamside Beetle vs Toadflax Stem Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nebria Streamside Beetle | Toadflax Stem Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nebria brevicollis | Mecinus janthinus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 3-4 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Grasslands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Introduced to North America and New Zealand | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nebria Streamside Beetle
A very common European ground beetle often found near streams and in damp habitats. It is active year-round including during mild winter nights.
Did You Know?
It is one of very few ground beetles that breeds in autumn and is active throughout the winter months.
Toadflax Stem Weevil
A dark metallic blue-purple weevil that feeds on toadflax species. Successfully used as a biological control agent for invasive Dalmatian toadflax in North America.
Did You Know?
Released in North America as biological control, where it has successfully suppressed invasive Dalmatian toadflax.