Bornean Peacock Beetle vs Oak Slug Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bornean Peacock Beetle | Oak Slug Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lamprosoma bicolor | Caliroa quercuscoccineae |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 5-10 mm | 4-5 mm (adult) |
| Habitat | Underground | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Southeast Asia (Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia) | North 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.
Oak Slug Sawfly
A slug-like sawfly larva that skeletonizes oak leaves in North America. Severe infestations cause browning of the canopy by midsummer.
Did You Know?
The slimy larval coating deters most predators except for a few specialized parasitoid wasps.