Spanish Fly Beetle vs Giant Australian Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Spanish Fly Beetle | Giant Australian Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Berberomeloe majalis | Julodimorpha bakewelli |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Meloidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 30-70mm | 30-40 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Heathland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Root Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Western Australia |
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
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.
Giant Australian Jewel Beetle
A large, bumpy-textured jewel beetle from Australia. Males are famously attracted to discarded beer bottles.
Did You Know?
Males were observed trying to mate with brown beer bottles, mistaking them for giant females.