Bornean Flat-horned Beetle vs Orchard Swallowtail
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Flat-horned Beetle | Orchard Swallowtail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gnaphaloryx squalidus | Papilio aegeus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lucanidae | Papilionidae |
| Size | 20-35 mm | 9-12 cm wingspan |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) | Australia, Papua New Guinea |
| 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.
Orchard Swallowtail
A large black swallowtail where females display white and red markings mimicking toxic butterflies. Males are mostly black with a row of pale spots.
Did You Know?
Its caterpillars resemble bird droppings when young, providing excellent camouflage from predators.