Raspberry Beetle vs Blood-red Longhorn
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Raspberry Beetle | Blood-red Longhorn |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Byturus tomentosus | Callidium coriaceum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Byturidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 10-17 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Central and Southern Europe (Alps, Carpathians) |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Raspberry Beetle
A small brownish-gold beetle whose larvae are the small white grubs found inside raspberries and blackberries.
Did You Know?
The small cream-colored grub found inside a raspberry you were about to eat is almost certainly this species.
Blood-red Longhorn
A flat-bodied cerambycid with a rich reddish-brown color and a leathery texture to its elytra. It is found in conifer forests of Central and Southern Europe. Larvae develop in dead fir and spruce wood.
Did You Know?
This species is considered a relict of ice age refugia and is restricted to cool mountain forests.