Small Hive Beetle vs Tanner Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Small Hive Beetle | Tanner Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aethina tumida | Prionus coriarius |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Scarabaeidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 5-7 mm | 18-45 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Africa, North America, Australia, Europe | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Small Hive Beetle
A small dark beetle native to sub-Saharan Africa that is a serious pest of honeybee colonies. It has spread to North America, Australia, and parts of Europe.
Did You Know?
Larvae can destroy an entire honeybee colony by consuming all the stored honey and pollen.
Tanner Beetle
A large, robust, dark brown longhorn beetle that flies noisily at dusk. Its powerful larvae bore into the roots of deciduous trees for up to four years.
Did You Know?
Males produce a squeaking sound by rubbing their thorax against their head when handled.