Pine Sawyer Beetle vs Nettle-tap Flea Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Sawyer Beetle | Nettle-tap Flea Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Monochamus galloprovincialis | Longitarsus nasturtii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 15-28 mm | 1.5-2 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Europe |
| 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.
Nettle-tap Flea Beetle
A tiny yellowish-brown flea beetle found on watercress and other crucifers in damp habitats. Larvae mine in plant roots. Can be a minor pest of commercial watercress.
Did You Know?
Commercially grown watercress can be damaged by this beetle, which is nearly invisible to the naked eye.