Red-Brown Click Beetle vs Sycamore Seed Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Red-Brown Click Beetle | Sycamore Seed Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ampedus sanguineus | Belonochilus numenius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Elateridae | Lygaeidae |
| Size | 11-16 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Northern Asia | North America, Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Red-Brown Click Beetle
A handsome click beetle with vivid red elytra and a black head and thorax. Larvae develop in rotting conifer wood.
Did You Know?
Despite its blood-red colour, it is harmless—the coloration is thought to mimic toxic beetles to deter predators.
Sycamore Seed Bug
A seed bug native to North America that feeds exclusively on sycamore seeds. It has recently invaded Europe where it spread rapidly.
Did You Know?
This species was first detected in Europe in 2008 and has since spread across the continent in less than a decade.