Silver-green Leaf Weevil vs Washerwoman Christmas Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Silver-green Leaf Weevil | Washerwoman Christmas Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phyllobius argentatus | Anoplognathus porosus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Curculionidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 4-6 mm | 20-28 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Australia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Silver-green Leaf Weevil
A beautiful green and gold weevil found on the foliage of deciduous trees and shrubs. Covered in round iridescent scales. A common spring and early summer species.
Did You Know?
Each tiny iridescent scale on its body acts as a miniature diffraction grating, creating the green metallic color.
Washerwoman Christmas Beetle
A large tan to brown Christmas beetle with a rough, pitted elytra surface. It is one of the most widespread species in the genus.
Did You Know?
Its common name comes from the washboard-like texture on its wing covers.