Citrus Longhorn vs Great Capricorn Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Citrus Longhorn | Great Capricorn Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anoplophora chinensis | Cerambyx cerdo |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Cerambycidae | Cerambycidae |
| Size | 21-37mm | 24-53 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Farmland |
| Diet | Wood Feeders | Gall Makers |
| Regions | Asia, Europe | Central Europe, Southern Europe, Eastern Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
Citrus Longhorn
A glossy black beetle with white spots on its elytra and distinctively banded blue-black antennae. It is an invasive pest of hardwood trees.
Did You Know?
A single larva can completely ring-bark and kill a healthy mature tree from the inside.
Great Capricorn Beetle
One of Europe's largest longhorn beetles, with antennae longer than its body. Larvae bore deep galleries into living oak trees over several years.
Did You Know?
Its larval tunnels in ancient oaks can be heard as audible gnawing sounds.