Metallic Leaf Beetle vs Coronated Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Metallic Leaf Beetle | Coronated Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina polita | Stigmodera coronata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 15-25 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Metallic Leaf Beetle
A medium-sized beetle with richly burnished copper-red to bronze elytra and a metallic green to blue pronotum. The contrast between thorax and elytra colors makes it easily recognizable.
Did You Know?
This beetle is unusual among leaf beetles in being most active during autumn and winter, with adults sometimes seen walking on mild winter days.
Coronated Jewel Beetle
A recently described jewel beetle from southwestern Western Australia with striking metallic colors. The genus Stigmodera contains only seven species, all endemic to Australia.
Did You Know?
It was formally described as a new species as recently as 2019.