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Pine chafer

Pine chafer

Polyphylla fullo

A species of Lined june beetles

The pine chafer (Polyphylla fullo) can be easily identified with the fan-like antennae found expanding from its head. It is typically reddish-brown and covered with a variety of spots. It likes hanging around sandy locations, especially near pine trees where it may feed on the roots of grasses in the area.

General Info About Pine chafer
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Attributes of Pine chafer
Colors
Brown
Black
White
Habitat
sunny pine forest; vineyard; dune
Adult Food Sources
Deciduous tree leaves, conifer needles, shrub foliage, pine tree foliage, oak tree leaves
Larva Food Source
Plant roots, decaying organic matter, grass roots, crop roots, potato tubers
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Pine 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
The Pine chafer feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Pine chafer
It is found in North Africa and Europe. It occurs most frequently in central and southern Europe.
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Distribution Area of Pine chafer
North Africa, Europe, Middle east, Central and Southern Europe, South of Sweden, the eastern Balkans, the Caucasus, East of iran
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Appearance of Pine chafer
Polyphylla fullo is the largest of the European Melolonthinae, attaining a length of 4 cm. The body is robust and convex and more or less reddish brown or blackish. It is covered with fine white pubescence which forms marbled spots. Males possess an enlarged antennal "fan".
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How to Identify Pine chafer?

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Life Cycle of Pine chafer
Egg The egg stage for pine chafer begins with oval, whitish eggs laid in batches. They are relatively small and placed in soil or organic matter with minimal morphological features noticeable to the naked eye.
Larva As larvae, pine chafer are grub-like, with a white, C-shaped body, brown head, and strong mandibles for feeding. They increase in size through a series of molts, focusing on consuming organic materials.
Pupal During pupation, pine chafer transform within a cocoon-like structure in the soil. The pupa resembles the adult in shape but is initially soft and pale, with appendages fused to the body.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult pine 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.
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Adult Size of Pine chafer
4 cm
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Predators of Pine chafer Larvae
Birds, rodents, carnivorous insects, spiders, centipedes
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Predators of Adult Pine chafer
Birds, bats, rodents, carnivorous insects, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Pine chafer
Pine chafer can produce distinct sounds through a process called stridulation, typically used for communication during mating rituals.
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Scientific Classification of Pine chafer
Tips for Finding Pine chafer
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Youth Habitat of Pine chafer
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Pine chafer
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Pine chafer
For adult pine chafer, a mixture of ripe fruits and a fermenting sweet substance, like molasses or brown sugar, can serve as an effective trap bait.
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Habitat Preferences of Pine chafer Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of pine chafer are typically found in sandy soils, often in well-drained areas like sparse forests or grasslands, where they feed on roots and decaying plant matter. As they progress to pupation, they remain underground, creating cells in which they transform. The adult pine chafer, however, is attracted to light and can generally be found in areas with abundant foliage, such as deciduous forests or vegetated dunes, especially during the late spring and summer evenings when mating occurs. To search for pine chafer, one would explore below the soil surface for larvae, inspect pupal cells deeper in the ground, and check around light sources and vegetation for adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Pine chafer
The best time to find adult pine chafer is during the night, as they are nocturnal creatures. Larvae should be searched for during the day by digging into the soil where they dwell.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Pine chafer
Mild, moist night conditions can be ideal for spotting adult pine chafer, as they prefer such conditions for their activity. Conversely, larvae can generally be found during warmer and drier conditions during the day, as they are often underground.
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How and Where Can You Find Pine chafer at Different Life Stages
Larva Pine chafer larvae, often referred to as white grubs, are found underground. They can be located by digging into moist soil around plants or decomposing organic matter where they feed.
Pupal Pine chafer pupate in the soil, and finding them involves carefully digging through the soil and looking for the transition stage between larva and adult, often in a cocoon or pupal cell.
Adult Pine chafer are mainly active at night and are attracted to lights. To find an adult pine chafer, use light traps after dark in areas where you have observed pine chafer activity or near their food sources.
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Harmful Effects of Pine chafer
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Hurt Plant

Adult pine chafer chew on foliage, causing defoliation, while larvae feed on roots, potentially killing the plant. Infestations can lead to reduced crop yields and weakened plant integrity, with damage severity depending on infestation size.

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