Carabus olympiae vs Emerald Eupholus Weevil
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Carabus olympiae | Emerald Eupholus Weevil |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Carabus olympiae | Eupholus cuvieri |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Carabidae | Curculionidae |
| Size | 2-3 cm | 20-30mm |
| Habitat | Mountains | Forests |
| Diet | Predators | Herbivores |
| Regions | Italy | Oceania |
| Conservation | Endangered | Data Deficient |
Carabus olympiae
A brilliantly colored ground beetle found only in a tiny area of the Italian Alps. Its metallic purple and green elytra make it highly prized by collectors.
Did You Know?
It was named after Princess Olimpia Sallier de la Tour and is restricted to just one valley.
Emerald Eupholus Weevil
A spectacular weevil with brilliant turquoise and black bands across its elytra. It is found only in the rainforests of New Guinea.
Did You Know?
Its stunning blue-green color comes from photonic crystals in tiny scales covering the exoskeleton similar to how opals produce color.