Viburnum Leaf Beetle vs Whirligig Diving Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Viburnum Leaf Beetle | Whirligig Diving Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pyrrhalta viburni | Macrogyrus oblongus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Gyrinidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 12-18 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Herbivores | Predators |
| Regions | Europe (native), introduced to North America | Africa |
| 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.
Whirligig Diving Beetle
A large whirligig beetle that spins on the water surface of African rivers.
Did You Know?
Its divided compound eyes allow it to see above and below water simultaneously.