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Garden chafer

Garden chafer

Phyllopertha horticola

A species of Phyllopertha, Also known as Garden foliage beetle, Garden chafer beetle

The garden chafer (Phyllopertha horticola) is part of a family known as scarab beetles, which you can really tell based on the appearance of this beetle. While they might look neat, these are considered to be agricultural pests that damage flowers and developing fruit. Keep an eye out for shiny, red beetles wandering around.

General Info About Garden chafer
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Attributes of Garden chafer
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
bush; hedgerow; woodland edge; meadow; field; park; garden
Adult Food Sources
Leaves, flowers, particularly of roses and other garden plants
Larva Food Source
Decaying plant material, roots of grasses, organic matter in soil
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Garden chafer is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Garden chafer
It is widely widespread in Europe and in Asia, east to Siberia and Mongolia.
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Distribution Area of Garden chafer
Europe, Asia, Siberia, Mongolia
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Life Cycle of Garden chafer
Egg The egg stage is when garden chafer begins its life cycle, typically being oval and small. The eggs are often pale and laid in clusters, with a protective coating that can vary in texture and color to blend with the environment.
Larva The larva of garden chafer, often a white grub, demonstrates a cylindrical, soft body geared towards feeding and growth. It lacks true legs and systematically sheds its skin as it expands in size. At this stage, form and function are primarily dedicated to eating and growth.
Pupal Transformation occurs in this stage, where the pupa of garden chafer is encased within a cocoon or a hardened shell. The pupa is generally immobile, with its color and shape resembling a mix of larval and adult features as it metamorphoses.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult garden chafer's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction. The coloration often serves as camouflage or signaling.
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Adult Size of Garden chafer
9 - 11 mm
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Predators of Garden chafer Larvae
Insectivorous birds, ground beetles, entomopathogenic nematodes, small mammals like rodents, rove beetles
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Predators of Adult Garden chafer
Birds, bats, small mammals, spiders, predatory beetles
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Interesting Facts About Garden chafer
Adult garden chafer exhibits a striking acrobatic feat; it can click its body to flip right side up when overturned.
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Scientific Classification of Garden chafer
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Youth Habitat of Garden chafer
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Garden chafer
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands
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How Can You Attract Garden chafer
Garden chafer are usually attracted to sap or overripe fruit, which can be used as bait.
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Habitat Preferences of Garden chafer Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of garden chafer, commonly known as grubs, typically reside in the soil where they feed on roots and decaying plant material. Therefore, searching for their larvae would require digging into the soil, especially in lawns, gardens, or pastures. The adult garden chafer is often found in trees and shrubs, as they feed on foliage and flowers. Seeking out the adults might involve examining leaves in deciduous woodland edges during warm evenings, as they are particularly active then. Pupation likely occurs underground, so the transition stage between larva and adult might be discovered by examining the soil near affected plant roots.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Garden chafer
The best time to find adult garden chafer is during the late afternoon and evening when they are most active.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Garden chafer
Adult garden chafer are more active in warm, humid weather which is ideal for their flight and feeding activities.
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How and Where Can You Find Garden chafer at Different Life Stages
Larva Larvae of garden chafer are soil-dwelling and feed on roots. To find them, gently dig into the soil of gardens, especially under plants that look unhealthy, as they may be feeding on the roots.
Pupal Garden chafer pupae reside in the soil close to where the larvae feed. To find them, carefully sift through the soil in areas where larvae have been found.
Adult Adult garden chafer can be found on plants or flying near sources of light at dusk. To look for them, go to a garden or woodland edge during the late afternoon or evening with a flashlight, or hang up light traps.
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Garden and Landscape Pest

The larva of garden chafer, commonly found in soil, can cause mild to severe damage by feeding on the roots and stems of lawn grasses and root vegetables. As they feed, they weaken plant stability and nutrient uptake, leading to yellowing, reduced growth, and potentially plant death if infestations are heavy.

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