Sardinian Rosalia Longhorn vs Warehouse Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sardinian Rosalia Longhorn | Warehouse Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosalia alpina ssp. | Trogoderma variabile |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Dermestidae |
| Size | 25-40 mm | 2-3.5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Indoors |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Sardinia, Corsica, Mediterranean | North America, Australia, Europe |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Sardinian Rosalia Longhorn
A stunning blue-gray longhorn beetle with black spots found in old beech forests. Mediterranean island populations are genetically distinct.
Did You Know?
Adults produce a rose-scented pheromone, giving the genus its name Rosalia.
Warehouse Beetle
A stored product beetle closely related to the khapra beetle that infests grain, cereals, and dried foods. Its hairy larvae contaminate food products and can cause allergic reactions.
Did You Know?
It is so similar to the quarantine-regulated khapra beetle that expert identification is needed to tell them apart.