Metallic Leaf Beetle vs Spanish Fly Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Metallic Leaf Beetle | Spanish Fly Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chrysolina polita | Berberomeloe majalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Meloidae |
| Size | 6-9 mm | 30-70mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Grasslands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, Western Asia | Europe, Africa |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
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.
Spanish Fly Beetle
A huge wingless blister beetle with a massively swollen red and black banded abdomen. The largest European meloid.
Did You Know?
One of the largest beetle species in Europe with a body so heavy it resembles a fat caterpillar more than a beetle.