Reed Beetle vs Brown Leaf Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reed Beetle | Brown Leaf Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Donacia crassipes | Phyllobius oblongus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 4-6 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Woodlands |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Reed Beetle
A striking aquatic leaf beetle with metallic golden-green to coppery elytra and elongated hind legs. It is one of the largest European Donacia species, found on waterlily pads.
Did You Know?
Larvae live entirely underwater, tapping into plant roots for both food and oxygen, using specialized spiracles to breathe air from root aerenchyma.
Brown Leaf Weevil
A brown-scaled weevil commonly found on hawthorn and other hedgerow shrubs. Less colorful than its green relatives but very abundant. Adults notch leaf edges.
Did You Know?
Creates characteristic U-shaped notches along leaf edges that reveal its presence even when the beetle is hidden.