Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle vs Wrinkled Bark Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle | Wrinkled Bark Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Coccinella magnifica | Rhysodes sulcatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Coccinellidae | Rhysodidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 6-8mm |
| Habitat | Heathland | Forests |
| Diet | Omnivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Endangered |
Seven-Spotted Lady Beetle
A scarce ladybird that lives exclusively in and around wood ant nests. It closely resembles the common seven-spot ladybird.
Did You Know?
It is one of the very few ladybird species that is myrmecophilous, living among ants.
Wrinkled Bark Beetle
An extremely rare and primitive beetle with deep longitudinal grooves on its elytra. Found only in virgin forests.
Did You Know?
One of the rarest beetles in Europe, found only in untouched primeval forests with centuries-old dead wood.