Centaurus Beetle vs Banded Fungus Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Centaurus Beetle | Banded Fungus Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Augosoma centaurus | Triplax russica |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Dynastinae | Erotylidae |
| Size | 40-90 mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Fungus Feeders |
| Regions | West Africa, Central Africa | Europe |
| Conservation | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
Centaurus Beetle
The largest rhinoceros beetle in Africa with two prominent horns. Adults have a glossy reddish-brown to black coloration.
Did You Know?
They are considered pests on oil palm plantations because larvae feed on living palm roots.
Banded Fungus Beetle
A small, attractively colored beetle with a red thorax and dark blue-black elytra. Lives on bracket fungi on dead trees. Part of a family known for bright coloring.
Did You Know?
The contrasting red and blue-black coloring makes this one of the most attractive fungus beetles.