Bug Identifier
Cockchafer or June beetle (likely)
Community identification

Cockchafer or June beetle (likely)

Phyllophaga sp.

Order & Family
Coleoptera; Scarabaeidae
Size
About 15–30 mm long, depending on species.
See this bug in the Encyclopedia

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.