Pleasing Lacewing Beetle vs Green Immigrant Leaf Weevil

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Pleasing Lacewing Beetle Green Immigrant Leaf Weevil
Scientific Name Zenoa picea Polydrusus formosus
Order Coleoptera Coleoptera
Family Synchroidae Chrysomelidae
Size 6-9 mm 5-7 mm
Habitat Woodlands Orchards
Diet Fungus Feeders Herbivores
Regions North America Europe, introduced to Northeastern North America
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Pleasing Lacewing Beetle

An uncommon beetle found only on fungus-covered deciduous trees.

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Did You Know?

Its family contains fewer than ten species worldwide.

Green Immigrant Leaf Weevil

A small, brilliant metallic green beetle covered in tiny iridescent scales that produce its striking coloration. It is native to Europe but has become established in parts of North America.

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Did You Know?

Its brilliant green color comes from microscopic scales on its body; once these scales wear off, the beetle appears dull brown or black underneath.