Bronze Birch Borer vs Seychelles Giant Millipede
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Bronze Birch Borer | Seychelles Giant Millipede |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agrilus anxius | Seychelleptus seychellarum |
| Order | Coleoptera | Spirostreptida |
| Family | Buprestidae | Spirostreptidae |
| Size | 7–12 mm | 180-250 mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Gall Makers | Detritivores |
| Regions | North America | Seychelles |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
Bronze Birch Borer
A native North American jewel beetle that is the most serious pest of birch trees. Larvae create winding galleries beneath the bark.
Did You Know?
Dieback begins in the crown and progresses downward, a pattern birch owners call 'birch dieback syndrome.'
Seychelles Giant Millipede
The largest millipede in the Seychelles reaching up to 25 cm long. It is a slow-moving detritivore found in native forests.
Did You Know?
When disturbed, it coils into a tight spiral and secretes a foul-smelling defensive fluid.