Polydrusus Weevil vs Four-Spotted Hister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Polydrusus Weevil | Four-Spotted Hister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polydrusus sericeus | Hister quadrimaculatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Histeridae |
| Size | 5-8mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Hedgerows | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Polydrusus Weevil
A small weevil covered in brilliant green scales that sparkle in sunlight. It is commonly found on birch and hazel trees.
Did You Know?
The green coloring comes from tiny iridescent scales that rub off easily leaving the beetle looking dull brown underneath.
Four-Spotted Hister Beetle
A glossy black hister beetle with four orange-red spots on its wing cases. It is associated with mammal dung in pastures and heathlands.
Did You Know?
It typically arrives at fresh dung within the first hour and remains for several days until the pat dries out.