Striped Ambrosia Beetle vs Variegated Flower Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Striped Ambrosia Beetle | Variegated Flower Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Trypodendron lineatum | Gnorimus variabilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae (Scolytinae) | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 3–3.5 mm | 15-20 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Parks |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Pollen Feeders |
| Regions | North America, Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
Striped Ambrosia Beetle
A widespread ambrosia beetle that attacks freshly felled conifers. It cultivates symbiotic fungi inside its tunnels as food for larvae.
Did You Know?
It farms fungal gardens inside tree trunks, making it one of the original insect agriculturalists.
Variegated Flower Beetle
A dark brown or black beetle with variable yellow-white spots on the elytra. It is extremely rare and tied to ancient hollow trees.
Did You Know?
It is so rare in Britain that it has been found at only a handful of sites in its entire recorded history.