Viburnum Leaf Beetle vs Asian Rhagophthalmid Glowworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Viburnum Leaf Beetle | Asian Rhagophthalmid Glowworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrrhalta viburni | Rhagophthalmus ohbai |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Rhagophthalmidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 8-15 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe (native), introduced to North America | East Asia, Japan, Taiwan |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Viburnum Leaf Beetle
A small, brownish-yellow beetle with dense pubescence that has become a serious invasive pest of ornamental viburnum shrubs. Larvae skeletonize leaves from the underside.
Did You Know?
Females chew holes in twigs and deposit eggs inside, capping them with a mixture of excrement and chewed bark that hardens into a protective cover.
Asian Rhagophthalmid Glowworm
A small beetle from the family Rhagophthalmidae with neotenic, larviform females that produce a bright continuous glow. Males are winged with large eyes and reduced mouthparts.
Did You Know?
The family Rhagophthalmidae was only recently separated from Phengodidae based on molecular evidence, despite superficial similarities.