Tansy Beetle vs Urussov's Sawyer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Tansy Beetle | Urussov's Sawyer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina graminis | Monochamus urussovii |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 7-11mm | 20-35 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Russia (Siberia, Urals, Far East), Mongolia |
| Conservation | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
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.
Urussov's Sawyer
A large dark brown longhorn beetle with greyish pubescence, distributed across the taiga forests of Russia. It primarily attacks fir and spruce trees weakened by fire or storms. Outbreaks can cause significant forestry losses.
Did You Know?
After major forest fires, populations can explode and attack millions of hectares of weakened stands.