Pine Sawyer Beetle vs Nebria Streamside Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Sawyer Beetle | Nebria Streamside Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Monochamus galloprovincialis | Nebria brevicollis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 15-28 mm | 10-14 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Europe, Introduced to North America and New Zealand |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Pine Sawyer Beetle
A large brown longhorn beetle that breeds in dying or recently dead pine trees. It is a vector of the devastating pine wood nematode.
Did You Know?
It can transmit pinewood nematode, which has destroyed vast pine forests in Portugal.
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.