Blue Net-Winged Beetle vs Hercules Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Blue Net-Winged Beetle | Hercules Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Metriorrhynchus rhipidius | Dynastes hercules |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lycidae | Dynastidae |
| Size | 10-16 mm | 50-85 mm (up to 170 mm with horn) |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Herbivores | Wood Feeders |
| Regions | Australia | Central America, South America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Blue Net-Winged Beetle
An Australian net-winged beetle with dark blue-black elytra and elaborate feathery antennae in males. It is commonly found on vegetation in eucalyptus forests.
Did You Know?
Males use their spectacularly branched antennae to detect female pheromones across long distances.
Hercules Beetle
One of the largest beetles in the world. Males sport enormous horns used in combat for mates. The elytra can change color from green-yellow to black depending on humidity.
Did You Know?
The Hercules beetle can carry up to 850 times its own body weight, making it one of the strongest animals on Earth relative to its size.