Six-spined Engraver Beetle vs Citrus Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Six-spined Engraver Beetle | Citrus Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ips calligraphus | Anoplophora chinensis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 3.5–6.5 mm | 21-37mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Eastern North America | Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Six-spined Engraver Beetle
A pine-infesting bark beetle found across eastern North America. It is named for the six spine-like teeth on its rear wing covers.
Did You Know?
Males excavate a nuptial chamber under the bark where they mate with up to four females.
Citrus Longhorn
A glossy black beetle with white spots on its elytra and distinctively banded blue-black antennae. It is an invasive pest of hardwood trees.
Did You Know?
A single larva can completely ring-bark and kill a healthy mature tree from the inside.