Water-lily Reed Beetle vs Stripey Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Water-lily Reed Beetle | Stripey Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Donacia simplex | Zographus niveisparsus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 7-9 mm | 30-50 mm |
| Habitat | Ponds & Lakes | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Asia, North America | Central Africa, West Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Water-lily Reed Beetle
A metallic coppery-bronze aquatic beetle with longitudinal ridges on the elytra. Adults sit on floating leaves of pondweeds and bur-reeds in still or slow-flowing water.
Did You Know?
Larvae construct a silken cocoon underwater attached to plant roots, filling it with air obtained from the plant's tissues for pupation.
Stripey Longhorn Beetle
A boldly patterned longhorn with white bands and patches on a dark background. It is found in tropical forests of Central and West Africa.
Did You Know?
Their striking pattern breaks up their body outline, making them surprisingly difficult to spot against lichen-covered bark.