Brown Leaf Weevil vs Dung-loving Rove Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Brown Leaf Weevil | Dung-loving Rove Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllobius oblongus | Philonthus marginatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Staphylinidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Dung Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, North Africa, introduced to Australasia |
| 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.
Dung-loving Rove Beetle
A medium-sized, shiny black rove beetle with distinctly margined elytra found commonly in dung and compost. It is one of the most frequently encountered Philonthus species in pastoral landscapes.
Did You Know?
This beetle has been introduced to New Zealand as a biological control agent against pastoral dung flies.