Bug Identifier
Grapevine Beetle
Community identification

Grapevine Beetle

Pelidnota punctata

Order & Family
Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae
Size
20 to 30 mm (0.8 to 1.2 inches) long.
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Natural Habitat

Found in forests, thickets, and vineyards across eastern and central North America.

Diet & Feeding

Adults eat the leaves and fruit of grapevines; larvae (grubs) feed on decaying wood of tree stumps.

Behavior Patterns

They are primarily active during the summer and are frequently attracted to porch lights at night. They fly with a loud buzzing sound.

Risks & Benefits

They are generally considered harmless to humans and are minor pests for vineyards, as they rarely cause significant crop damage.