Rosalia Longhorn vs Seven-Spot Ladybird
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Rosalia Longhorn | Seven-Spot Ladybird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosalia alpina funesta | Coccinella septempunctata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Coccinellidae |
| Size | 15-35mm | 5-8 mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia, North America |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
Rosalia Longhorn
A subspecies of the striking blue-grey alpine longhorn beetle found in southern populations.
Did You Know?
One of the most beautiful and most threatened beetles in Europe, entirely dependent on ancient beech forests.
Seven-Spot Ladybird
The most common ladybird in Europe. Its bright red coloring with seven black spots warns predators of its bitter taste. A voracious predator of aphids.
Did You Know?
A single seven-spot ladybird can eat over 5,000 aphids in its lifetime, making it one of the most effective biological pest controllers.