Tansy Beetle vs Japanese Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tansy Beetle | Japanese Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina graminis | Popillia japonica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 7-11mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | North America, East Asia, Europe |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Not Evaluated |
Tansy Beetle
A stunning metallic green and copper beetle covered in tiny pits. It is one of the rarest beetles in Britain.
Did You Know?
In the UK it survives in only a small stretch along the River Ouse near York making it one of Britains most localized insects.
Japanese Beetle
An iridescent green and copper beetle that skeletonizes leaves of over 300 plant species. Larvae are white grubs that damage lawns and turf.
Did You Know?
Japanese beetles release aggregation pheromones that attract more beetles, leading to mass feeding frenzies on plants.