White-Spotted Longhorn Beetle vs Hawthorn Shieldbug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-Spotted Longhorn Beetle | Hawthorn Shieldbug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplophora malasiaca | Acanthosoma haemorrhoidale |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Acanthosomatidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 13-17 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Underground |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
White-Spotted Longhorn Beetle
A striking longhorn beetle native to Japan with bright white spots on a glossy black body. Known as 'goma-dara-kamikiri.' A serious pest of fruit and ornamental trees whose larvae bore into living wood.
Did You Know?
This beetle's close relative, the Asian longhorned beetle, became a major invasive pest after being transported to other continents in wooden packing materials.
Hawthorn Shieldbug
A large green-and-red shieldbug common on hawthorn trees across Europe. It produces a strong, pungent smell from thoracic scent glands when handled.
Did You Know?
Its red-tipped abdomen peeking out from under the green wings gives it the memorable alternative name 'red-rumped shieldbug.'