Reticulated Beetle vs Common Web Spinner
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Reticulated Beetle | Common Web Spinner |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tenomerga cinerea | Embia major |
| Order | Coleoptera | Embioptera |
| Family | Cupedidae | Embiidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 10.0-15.0 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | North America | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Reticulated Beetle
A living fossil from one of the most ancient beetle families still extant.
Did You Know?
Its family dates back to the Triassic period over 230 million years ago.
Common Web Spinner
A dark brown web spinner that constructs silk galleries on tree bark and under stones. Males are winged while females are always wingless.
Did You Know?
Web spinners produce silk from glands in their enlarged front feet, the only insects to spin silk with their tarsi.