Sculptured Pine Borer vs Brassy Willow Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sculptured Pine Borer | Brassy Willow Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcophora virginiensis | Phratora vitellinae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Buprestidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 23-32 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Omnivores | Detritivores |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Sculptured Pine Borer
A large North American jewel beetle with deeply sculptured elytra giving a textured appearance. Dark metallic bronze coloring.
Did You Know?
The deeply ridged and sculpted elytra are unique among North American jewel beetles.
Brassy Willow Beetle
A small, shiny metallic bronze to greenish beetle that feeds on willow and poplar. Adults overwinter in leaf litter and emerge in spring to colonize new willow growth.
Did You Know?
Larvae secrete salicylaldehyde, a chemical obtained from salicin in willow leaves, which smells like antiseptic and deters predators.