Fleabane Tortoise Beetle vs Spiny Longhorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Fleabane Tortoise Beetle | Spiny Longhorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cassida murraea | Acanthophorus serraticornis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 5-6 mm | 50-85 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Fleabane Tortoise Beetle
A striking red-brown and black tortoise beetle associated with fleabane plants. Has characteristic dark markings on the transparent shield margin. Found in damp habitats.
Did You Know?
The larvae cover themselves with their own excrement and shed skins as a defensive shield.
Spiny Longhorn Beetle
One of Africa's largest longhorn beetles with serrated antennae and powerful mandibles. Dark brown to black and heavily armored.
Did You Know?
Males produce loud stridulating sounds by rubbing their thorax, audible from several meters away.