Raspberry Beetle vs Sumatran Neon Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Raspberry Beetle | Sumatran Neon Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Byturus tomentosus | Chrysochroa rajah |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Byturidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 35-50 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Forests |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Southeast Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo, Indonesia) |
| 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.
Sumatran Neon Jewel Beetle
An extraordinarily vibrant jewel beetle with iridescent green elytra bearing a wide metallic golden-red stripe down each side. The ventral surface shines with metallic blue-green tones.
Did You Know?
Its elytra are among the most sought-after in the jewel beetle trade and have been used in traditional metalwork jewelry for centuries.