White-Spotted Longhorn Beetle vs Tansy Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | White-Spotted Longhorn Beetle | Tansy Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplophora malasiaca | Chrysolina graminis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 25-35 mm | 7-11mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | East Asia, Japan | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
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.
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.