Sunflower Leaf Beetle vs Noble Chafer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Sunflower Leaf Beetle | Noble Chafer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Zygogramma exclamationis | Gnorimus nobilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 6-8 mm | 14-20 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Orchards |
| Diet | Herbivores | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | North America | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
Sunflower Leaf Beetle
A pale yellowish-brown beetle with dark brown elytral stripes that curve to form an exclamation-mark-like pattern. It feeds on sunflower and related composites.
Did You Know?
Its species name 'exclamationis' refers to the exclamation-point-shaped dark mark on each elytron.
Noble Chafer
A scarce metallic green beetle with small white flecks on the elytra. It is associated with old orchards and ancient fruit trees.
Did You Know?
Its larvae develop inside decaying heartwood of old fruit trees, taking two to three years to mature.