Borneo Three-horned Beetle vs Median Wasp
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Borneo Three-horned Beetle | Median Wasp |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcosoma caucasus | Dolichovespula media |
| Order | Coleoptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Vespidae |
| Size | 60-135 mm | 15-22 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand | Europe, Northern Asia |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Borneo Three-horned Beetle
Among the longest beetles in Asia, with three powerful horns and a metallic green-black sheen. Males engage in fierce combat.
Did You Know?
Their smooth, metallic exoskeleton makes them very difficult for predators to grip.
Median Wasp
A large social wasp that builds aerial paper nests in trees and shrubs across Europe. They are less aggressive than yellowjackets and colonies typically contain around 200 workers.
Did You Know?
Their nests are beautifully layered with bands of different colored paper made from various wood sources.