Heterhelus scutellaris (Heer, 1841)
on Sambucus
parasite
The larva bores into a green berry, and develops inside the kernel. Infected berries are conspicuous because they redden prematurely. Pupation in the soil. The beetles feed on the leaves, but mainly on the flowers.
host plants
Adoxaceae, monophagous
Sambucus racemosa.
phenology
Univoltine; hibernation as imago.
distribution within Europe
references
Ottesen & Kvamme (1985a), de Oude (1999a), Schliesske (2002a), Schönherr (1963a).