Banded Fungus Beetle vs Alder Spittlebug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Banded Fungus Beetle | Alder Spittlebug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Triplax russica | Aphrophora alni |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Erotylidae | Aphrophoridae |
| Size | 3-5 mm | 8-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Fungus Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Banded Fungus Beetle
A small, attractively colored beetle with a red thorax and dark blue-black elytra. Lives on bracket fungi on dead trees. Part of a family known for bright coloring.
Did You Know?
The contrasting red and blue-black coloring makes this one of the most attractive fungus beetles.
Alder Spittlebug
A common European spittlebug found on willows and alders. Nymphs produce copious frothy spittle masses and adults can jump impressive distances.
Did You Know?
The frothy spittle mass protects the nymph from temperature extremes, predators, and parasitoids while also preventing desiccation.