Amazonian Stag Beetle vs Pinacate Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Amazonian Stag Beetle | Pinacate Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sphaenognathus feisthameli | Eleodes armata |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Tenebrionidae |
| Size | 25-55 mm | 25-35 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Deserts & Drylands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Detritivores |
| Regions | Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia | Southwestern North America |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
Amazonian Stag Beetle
A striking metallic green stag beetle from South American cloud forests. Males have elongated mandibles with tooth-like projections.
Did You Know?
Its brilliant metallic green coloration is caused by microscopic structures in the exoskeleton rather than pigments.
Pinacate Beetle
A shiny black desert beetle with spine-like projections on its legs. It performs a distinctive headstand when threatened.
Did You Know?
Its defensive headstand pose is so well known that it inspired the Aztec name 'pinacatl' meaning black beetle.