Aulacopus Prionine vs Rothschild's Jewel Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Aulacopus Prionine | Rothschild's Jewel Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aulacopus reticulatus | Madecassia rothschildi |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Buprestidae |
| Size | 30-55 mm | 30-45 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo | Madagascar |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Aulacopus Prionine
A flattened, reddish-brown prionine beetle with strongly reticulated elytra found in tropical Africa. It breeds in large fallen trunks of rainforest trees. Adults are nocturnal and powerful fliers attracted to lights.
Did You Know?
The reticulate pattern on the elytra is so regular it appears almost machine-engraved.
Rothschild's Jewel Beetle
A magnificent jewel beetle with metallic green and copper elytra adorned with intricate patterns. It is one of the most prized Malagasy buprestids among collectors.
Did You Know?
Named after the Rothschild family, famous patrons of natural history, this beetle's iridescent shell retains its color indefinitely after death.