Palmetto Leaf Beetle vs Silver-green Leaf Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Palmetto Leaf Beetle | Silver-green Leaf Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Colaspis calosa | Phyllobius argentatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southern United States, Caribbean, Central America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Palmetto Leaf Beetle
A small, oblong beetle with a bronze to golden-green metallic sheen and regular rows of punctures on the elytra. It feeds on the leaves of palms and other tropical plants in the Americas.
Did You Know?
Adults are strongly attracted to lights at night, and mass flights can lead to sudden infestations in new areas.
Silver-green Leaf Weevil
A beautiful green and gold weevil found on the foliage of deciduous trees and shrubs. Covered in round iridescent scales. A common spring and early summer species.
Did You Know?
Each tiny iridescent scale on its body acts as a miniature diffraction grating, creating the green metallic color.