Noble Chafer vs Nut Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Noble Chafer | Nut Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gnorimus nobilis | Curculio nucum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 14-20 mm | 6-9 mm |
| Habitat | Orchards | Orchards |
| Diet | Nectar Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
Noble Chafer
A scarce metallic green beetle with small white flecks on the elytra. It is associated with old orchards and ancient fruit trees.
Did You Know?
Its larvae develop inside decaying heartwood of old fruit trees, taking two to three years to mature.
Nut Weevil
A small weevil with a slender, downward-curved snout used to bore into hazelnuts. The larva feeds inside the nut before dropping to the ground to pupate.
Did You Know?
A tiny round hole in a hazelnut shell is the exit point of the fully grown larva.