Spanish Fly Beetle vs Emerald Fruit Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spanish Fly Beetle | Emerald Fruit Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Berberomeloe majalis | Dicronorrhina derbyana |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 30-70mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | East Africa |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
Spanish Fly Beetle
A huge wingless blister beetle with a massively swollen red and black banded abdomen. The largest European meloid.
Did You Know?
One of the largest beetle species in Europe with a body so heavy it resembles a fat caterpillar more than a beetle.
Emerald Fruit Chafer
A large and spectacular flower beetle from East Africa with vivid green elytra. It is popular among collectors for its striking metallic coloration.
Did You Know?
Males have a distinctive Y-shaped horn on the head used in territorial disputes.