Brown Leaf Weevil vs Black Alpine Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Leaf Weevil | Black Alpine Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllobius oblongus | Otiorhynchus niger |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 7-10 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Mountains |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Alps, Carpathians, Balkans |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Brown Leaf Weevil
A brown-scaled weevil commonly found on hawthorn and other hedgerow shrubs. Less colorful than its green relatives but very abundant. Adults notch leaf edges.
Did You Know?
Creates characteristic U-shaped notches along leaf edges that reveal its presence even when the beetle is hidden.
Black Alpine Weevil
A robust, dark weevil commonly found under stones in alpine environments. Adults are nocturnal and feed on plant foliage.
Did You Know?
Some populations reproduce entirely through parthenogenesis, with no males present.