Bornean Flat-horned Beetle vs Coppery Chlaenius
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Flat-horned Beetle | Coppery Chlaenius |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gnaphaloryx squalidus | Chlaenius cumatilis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Carabidae |
| Size | 20-35 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) | Japan, Korea, China, Russian Far East |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Bornean Flat-horned Beetle
A compact stag beetle with a broad, flattened body perfectly adapted for living under bark. It is dark reddish-brown with flattened mandibles and ridged elytra for grip in tight spaces.
Did You Know?
Its extremely flat body allows it to squeeze into crevices less than 5 mm wide between bark and wood.
Coppery Chlaenius
A medium-sized ground beetle with brilliant metallic blue-green coloring and fine pubescence covering its elytra. It is found near water in East Asia and is a striking member of its genus.
Did You Know?
The genus Chlaenius is one of the most diverse among ground beetles, with over 1,000 species worldwide, many of which have brilliant metallic coloring.