Short-Winged False Blister Beetle vs Raspberry Cane Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Short-Winged False Blister Beetle | Raspberry Cane Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Oedemera femorata | Oberea bimaculata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Oedemeridae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 8-12 mm | 9-14 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Farmland |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | North America (United States, Canada) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Short-Winged False Blister Beetle
A dark-colored oedemerid with gaping elytra that do not cover the full abdomen. Males have conspicuously thickened hind legs.
Did You Know?
Its elytra splay apart toward the tips, revealing the folded hindwings beneath in a distinctive V-shape.
Raspberry Cane Borer
A slender black longhorn with two prominent yellow spots on the pronotum, found across North America. It is a significant pest of cultivated raspberries and blackberries. Females girdle canes with two rings of punctures before ovipositing.
Did You Know?
The double girdle cut by the female causes the cane tip to wilt, creating optimal moisture conditions for the egg to hatch.