Dock Leaf Weevil vs Coppery Chlaenius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Dock Leaf Weevil | Coppery Chlaenius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rhinoncus pericarpius | Chlaenius cumatilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 2.5-3.5 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Leaf Miners | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Japan, Korea, China, Russian Far East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Dock Leaf Weevil
A small grey-brown weevil found on dock and sorrel plants. Larvae mine inside dock stems. One of several weevil species associated with dock plants.
Did You Know?
Part of a community of six or more weevil species that share dock plants, each exploiting a different plant part.
Coppery Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle with brilliant metallic blue-green coloring and fine pubescence covering its elytra. It is found near water in East Asia and is a striking member of its genus.
Did You Know?
The genus Chlaenius is one of the most diverse among ground beetles, with over 1,000 species worldwide, many of which have brilliant metallic coloring.