Tanner Beetle vs Cherry Blossom Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tanner Beetle | Cherry Blossom Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Prionus coriarius | Anthonomus rectirostris |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 18-45 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Orchards |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Western Europe, Central Europe, Southern Europe | East Asia, Japan/Korea |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
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.
Cherry Blossom Weevil
A small weevil that feeds on cherry blossoms in Japan, emerging in spring to coincide with sakura season. Females lay eggs in flower buds, where larvae develop inside the developing cherry fruit.
Did You Know?
This weevil's life cycle is perfectly synchronized with cherry blossom season, emerging just as the buds begin to open each spring.