
Community identification
Cockchafer or June beetle (likely)
Phyllophaga sp.
- Order & Family
- Coleoptera; Scarabaeidae
- Size
- About 15–30 mm long, depending on species.
Natural Habitat
Adults occur around vegetation, lights, and woodland or suburban areas; larvae live underground in soil, often among grass roots.
Diet & Feeding
Adults generally feed on leaves, flowers, or occasionally fruit. Larvae (white grubs) consume plant roots and organic matter in soil.
Behavior Patterns
Mostly nocturnal; adults are attracted to lights and commonly appear in late spring or summer. Larvae remain underground for one to several years before pupating.
Risks & Benefits
Adults are harmless to people and do not bite or sting. Larvae can damage lawns and crops, while adults and grubs serve as prey for birds, mammals, and other predators.