Pleasing Lacewing Beetle vs Hairy Whirligig Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pleasing Lacewing Beetle | Hairy Whirligig Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zenoa picea | Orectochilus villosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Synchroidae | Gyrinidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Pleasing Lacewing Beetle
An uncommon beetle found only on fungus-covered deciduous trees.
Did You Know?
Its family contains fewer than ten species worldwide.
Hairy Whirligig Beetle
A nocturnal whirligig beetle covered in fine golden hairs that trap air underwater. Unlike other whirligigs it hides under stones by day.
Did You Know?
It is the only European whirligig beetle that is primarily nocturnal rather than diurnal.