Bornean Peacock Beetle vs Larger Grain Borer
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Peacock Beetle | Larger Grain Borer |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lamprosoma bicolor | Prostephanus truncatus |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Bostrichidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 3-4.5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Gardens |
| Diet | Herbivores | Omnivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) | Africa, Central America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Bornean Peacock Beetle
A small, dome-shaped leaf beetle with spectacular iridescent elytra that shift from purple to green to gold. The body is hemispherical and compact, resembling a tiny metallic droplet.
Did You Know?
The extreme iridescence is thought to confuse predators by creating shifting reflections that make the beetle hard to focus on.
Larger Grain Borer
A devastating pest of stored maize and dried cassava in Africa. It can cause grain weight losses exceeding 30% in untreated stores.
Did You Know?
A predatory beetle, Teretrius nigrescens, was introduced to Africa as a biological control agent against it.